Djokovic three-year visa ban could end early - Australian PM

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After losing a last-ditch court bid to remain in the country, Novak Djokovic boarded a flight at the airport.

The country's prime minister says Novak could return to Australia sooner than anticipated.

The top men's player was deported on Sunday after losing a visa battle because he is unvaccinated.

Australia's immigration laws prohibit the granting of another visa for three years.

Morrison said he could be allowed entry sooner under the right circumstances.

He said in an interview with the Australian radio station that there was an opportunity for them to return in the right circumstances.

The three-year visa ban can be waived if there are compelling or compassionate reasons.

This could allow the Serbian to play in the Australian Open next year.

The unvaccinated player's visa troubles have overshadowed this year's tournament.

His hopes of winning a record 21st Grand Slam title were ended just hours before he was scheduled to play when he was deported.

The Immigration Minister had revoked the visa of the tennis player due to public health reasons.

The decision ended a 10-day saga where the Serb fought to stay and defend his title.

He was granted a medical exemption to enter Australia by two different independent health panels after testing positive for coronaviruses in December.

The player's attempt to enter the country without being inoculated made people angry.

The Australian Border Force revoked his visa after he failed to meet coronaviruses requirements.

The government revoked the visa again after the judge overturned the decision.

The legal battle ended on Sunday when judges upheld the government's decision, leaving the Serb with no other choice but to leave the country.

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