Lawyers for Djokovic say the case against him is 'irrational'

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Novak Djokovic practices on Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne on 12 January 2022. Source: AAP

Lawyers for world tennis number one Novak Djokovic are fighting against his visa cancellation and potential deportation from Australia.

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Published 15 January 2022 1:00pm

By Hannah Kwon

Source: SBS

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Lawyers for world tennis number one Novak Djokovic are fighting against his visa cancellation and potential deportation from Australia.

The Federal Government is concerned his presence in Australia could incite anti-vaccination sentiment, something Djokovic's lawyers are calling 'irrational'.

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