Djokovic to be deported after losing Australia visa appeal

Novak Djokovic PIC: BBC
Novak Djokovic PIC: BBC

Tennis star Novak Djokovic has lost his last-ditch court bid to stay in Australia and is set to be deported.

Judges rejected his appeal after the government cancelled the unvaccinated player's visa for a second time this month on public health grounds.

The decision has ended the 34-year-old's hopes of defending his Australian Open title and winning a record 21st Grand Slam.

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