Novak Djokovic did not stay long after his "release".
Barely hours after recovering his visa and his freedom of movement while awaiting the next step, the world No. 1 rushed… in training on the courts of Melbourne Park.
No matter what daylight saving time is in the state of Victoria.
While in the baseline the clock indicated 11 pm, the Serbian put down all sweat and all smiles alongside his staff, in particular one of his coaches Goran Ivanisevic.
Then posted the snapshot on his social networks.
“I am happy and grateful that the judge overturned the cancellation of my visa. Despite everything that has happened, I want to stay and try to compete, he wrote. I remain focused on this goal. I came here to be part of one of the most important events that we have, in front of amazing fans. For now, I can't say more, but THANKS to all of you for supporting me in this ordeal and for encouraging me to stay strong. "
Beyond the reunion with the racket (which he had not touched since his departure from Marbella, where he carried out his preparation) and a little exercise after five days cloistered in a room at the Park Hotel, the Serbian sent a strong message as Australian Immigration Minister Alex Hawke must decide on Tuesday morning (Monday to Tuesday night in France) whether to use his "personal power" to revoke the nine-time winner's visa again of the Australian Open.
After having saved a first match point in court, Djokovic indeed scores a sacred point in terms of image by showing that he is already in the place.
Meanwhile, his family gave a press conference to once again denounce the conditions of his detention, celebrate his freedom and share his intention to win a 21st Grand Slam title as early as next week.
