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Novak Djokovic Reflects On Trauma Of Australian Deportation

Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts after losing his match against USA's Reilly Opelka at the Brisbane International, in Brisbane, Australia, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Pat Hoelscher)

Novak Djokovic recently shared his lingering feelings of 'a bit of trauma' when traveling to Australia, stemming from his deportation in 2022 due to his unvaccinated status against COVID-19. The tennis star expressed his unease during an interview with Melbourne's Herald Sun newspaper ahead of the Australian Open.

Reflecting on his past experiences, Djokovic revealed that he still carries emotional remnants from his deportation three years ago. He described feeling anxious during passport control and immigration checks, worrying about potential detainment or questioning by authorities.

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