Anyone know what is his medical exception?
It's a shame he's decided to choose this route. But his actions since the outbreak of the pandemic have really shown the lack of compassion for the world at large. "Let the plebs get vaccinated. None for me though".
He'll be enemy number one in the french open. Can't see him getting anywhere there.
Any Country can ban any person for any reason it sees fit, except in legitimate cases of asylum being sought.
Obviously there are other exceptions such as common travel areas and free movement under bilateral treaties, but no such arrangements are in place between Serbia and any of the other major tennis venues, France, Britain and the US. He could find himself in a very difficult position for the remainder of this season at least.
I really doubt that, but I hope I am wrong.
True, not sure if him being a resident of Monaco makes any difference (for the french)? Possibly not.
I’m no lawyer but was the judge just then giving the defence counsel a bollocking?
Are the analysts saying he’s going to lose this case?
This thread on Twitter is good if anyone wants an overview of what is happening (she is a court reporter with AAP)
I watched the live broadcast for a bit but Djokovics lawyer is incredibly dull and going on bizarre tangents.
Yes
When all you have is obfuscation, you're in big trouble.
Hour break for lunch now.
Luncj break at 1:30 Irish time
This government lawyer is good
This really is not looking like the most challenging case that these judges have ever heard!
He’ll be in Wimbledon in June defending his title.
I don’t think you know very much about Djokovic. This made me laugh out loud.
It will be be hard for him to get into oz for the next three years though. That will make me laugh out loud 😂
When Novak Djokovic was in the Alps fighting grizzly bears, he used his magical fire breath to save the maidens fair...
This below is a screenshot of the Serbian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website, concerning travel to the UK.
Arrangements for Britain are not that much different to Australia. Pre-approved Visa, 10 day isolation on arrival if unvaccinated etc.
Having dirtied his bib in Australia, don't be too shocked if other Countries determine Djokovic not to be a fit and proper person for entry - don't forget his Passport is going to have a big red deportation from Australia stamped in it, not something any Border Force can or will ignore.
Potentially only the US open for him. Gas how he's potentially ruined his own legacy. Known the world over as an anti-vaxxer. It'll be the main part of his Wikipedia page some day.
It will feature highly for sure.
Overall it will probably calm down into some perspective next to his phenomenal win record, but he'll never play in Australia again, unless he tries to return aged 38 and the crowds will give him massive grief everywhere that isn't Serbia.
Jesus his lawyer is hard listening.
He cannot go 2 sentences in a row without referencing another separate point and jumping back and forth. That can come across brilliantly if delivered correctly but this fella is shocking to the point that the judges are likely looking at him thinking is he going to actually form an argument or try to bore them into submission.
But if thing moves from pandemic to endemic surely requirement for vax passes will be scrapped?
you’re talking about Djokovic’s lawyer? Yes, he’s just technical arguments and obfuscation. Not the hallmarks of a strong case
the state’s lawyer before lunch I thought was very good. Clear and methodical
Sounds like its gona take a miracle to keep Djokovic in Australia. No Border Force clowns involved to squeeze a technicality out of this time.
Maybe Novak's lawyer should demand the judge produce their vaccination status before the court gives its ruling 😆.
I can hear it now slowly "Novax Jokeovic" followed by clapping and the umpire telling crowd to quieten down in case he decides to attack another line judge.
And he's gone...
The Australian 'not so' Open
Appalling decision. Booted out just because he has chosen not to get vaccinated. He was no threat to the public health nor was he stirring up anti-vaccine sentiment.
Game, set and match.
Delighted. Absolutely the right decision. He should never have been let into the country given his views and actions. "Slam " the door behind him on the way out. Come on nadal.
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