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NOVAK DJOKOVIC

Japan Times
TENNIS
Feb 24, 2022
Alexander Zverev kicked out of tournament after striking umpire's chair multiple times
Zverev came perilously close to hitting umpire Alessandro Germani during his tantrum in Mexico.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Feb 15, 2022
Novak Djokovic will skip Grand Slams if COVID-19 vaccine is required
The 20-time Grand Slam winner said he was ready to sacrifice his shot at the milestone over the 'freedom of choice' but he was keeping an open mind about taking the jab in the future.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 27, 2022
Daniil Medvedev summons Novak Djokovic's 'warrior spirit' to reach semifinals
Daniil Medvedev said he had "zero confidence" when he trailed Felix Auger-Aliassime by two sets in their Australian Open quarterfinal on Wednesday before somehow finding a way to claim victory in a classic at Rod Laver Arena.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 21, 2022
Australian court reveals reasoning behind ruling in Novak Djokovic case
An Australian court said on Thursday it dismissed tennis superstar Novak Djokovic's challenge to his visa cancellation as the minister who revoked it reasonably believed Djokovic, who is not vaccinated against COVID-19, may be a risk to the community.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 18, 2022
Deported Novak Djokovic welcomed home after Australian fiasco
Most Australians had wanted him gone, but Serbian fans cheered and waved national flags as the world No. 1 men's player touched down at Belgrade airport then headed to his own apartment.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 17, 2022
Australian prime minister leaves door open for Novak Djokovic to return in 2023
The Serbian tennis player's visa saga fueled global debate over the rights of people who opt to remain unvaccinated as governments take measures to protect their residents.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 15, 2022
All to play for as Novak Djokovic returns to immigration detention facility
The saga that has dominated headlines worldwide for the past week could reach its climax on Sunday, when a court convenes to hear the 34-year-old's appeal.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 14, 2022
Australia cancels Novak Djokovic's visa again ahead of Australian Open
The Australian government says Djokovic, who is unvaccinated, may pose a risk to the community.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 13, 2022
Novak Djokovic included in Australian Open draw despite uncertainty over status
Australian Immigration Minister Alex Hawke is still weighing whether to revoke Djokovic's visa for a second time.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 13, 2022
Novak Djokovic could face uncertain future on tour as unvaccinated player
'I think there will be numerous tournaments and other majors he will no longer be able to participate in if he chooses to stay unvaccinated.'
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 12, 2022
Djokovic’s rare victory against Australia’s COVID-19 tyranny
The 'breathtaking arrogance' of the government's continued stance on Djokovic's COVID-19-detention is more frightening than the original blunder.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 12, 2022
Novak Djokovic confirms error on Australian entry form
The world No. 1 men's player, who is seeking to win a record 21st tennis major at the Australian Open, said his lawyers had provided additional information to the government on Wednesday.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jan 11, 2022
Djokovic debacle exposes Australia’s xenophobic policies
The furor over Novak Djokovic's COVID-19-related detention has brought to global attention the nation's strict immigration policies.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 11, 2022
Novak Djokovic free in Australia but deportation threat still looms
The world No. 1 still faces the threat of being detained by the federal government for a second time despite Monday's court ruling quashing an earlier decision to cancel his visa.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 7, 2022
Novak Djokovic in limbo in Australia as legal team works to overturn visa denial
'This persecution is unfair, starting with the Australian prime minister,' Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said about Djokovic's situation.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jan 6, 2022
Kyrie Irving returns as leagues take new approach toward unvaccinated athletes
Critics feel sports leagues are giving in to their unvaccinated star players.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 6, 2022
Rafael Nadal expresses sympathy for Novak Djokovic, but says world No. 1 knew of risks
'In some way I feel sorry for him. But at the same time, he knew the conditions since a lot of months ago, so he makes his own decision.'
Japan Times
TENNIS
Jan 6, 2022
No. 1 Novak Djokovic denied entry to Australia
There has been enormous backlash to the decision to grant Djokovic a medical exemption for the Australian Open.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Dec 30, 2021
Novak Djokovic skips ATP Cup, adding to Australian Open uncertainty
There has been intense speculation over Djokovic's participation in both events, with the 34-year-old repeatedly declining to say if he has been inoculated against COVID-19.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Dec 26, 2021
Novak Djokovic remains man to beat after eventful year in tennis
Djokovic dominated men's tennis once again, while Emma Raducanu exploded onto the scene on the women's side.
Weak yen fattens tourist wallets in Japan
People visit the Ameya Yokocho market in Tokyo's Ueno district during the Golden Week holiday on Tuesday.
Number of vacant homes in Japan hits record high of 9 million
A vacant house in Tokyo is seen demolished in January 2020.
'So hot you can't breathe': Extreme heat hits the Philippines
A pedestrian cools himself with a folding hand fan as he waits for a ride along a road in Manila on Wednesday, as extreme heat hit the Philippines.
Kishida sets sights on energy and climate in South America trip
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will use a policy speech in Sao Paulo to set out his vision for ties between Japan and South America, almost 10 years after former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe advocated for stronger ties between the two in the same city.
Town to block view of Mount Fuji in response to overtourism
The town government of Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi Prefecture, decided to set up a 2.5-meter-high screen to prevent tourists from taking pictures of Mount Fuji looming behind a convenience store.
Kishida sets sights on energy and climate in South America trip
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will use a policy speech in Sao Paulo to set out his vision for ties between Japan and South America, almost 10 years after former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe advocated for stronger ties between the two in the same city.
Yellow sand allergy: A health issue made worse by climate change
A screenshot of the Meteorological Agency's satellite image of clouds and yellow sand (in pink) on Sunday.
Climate change, chalky grains and the risks for Japan’s rice farmers
A farmer plants seedlings in Satsumasendai, Kagoshima Prefecture. Japan’s self sufficiency rate for rice is nearly 100%, compared with 38% for food overall, on a calorie basis.
Japan wants you to spend more with ‘luxury tourism’
Performers play a traditional drum unique to Wajima, Ishikawa Prefecture, in the prefectural capital of Kanazawa on March 16 to mark the extension of the Hokuriku Shinkansen line to Tsuruga Station in Fukui Prefecture.
Theaster Gates’ ambitious ‘Afro-Mingei’ brings Black Chicago to Tokyo
Theaster Gates' “A Heavenly Chord” lines up church pews before seven speakers and a Hammond B3 organ, a type of electric organ prevalent in Black American churches.

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