‘World Was Against Him’: Tournament Director Hails Novak Djokovic as He Gathers Massive Support at ATP Dubai Open

World No. 1 Noval Djokovic has been the most talked about player in recent times. The manner in which he has dominated headlines on and off the court has been exceptional. 

In the build-up of the Australian Open 2022, his visa was canceled twice, which forced him to miss the first Grand Slam tournament of the season.

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Novak Djokovic looks to get back to tennis 

The Serb has not competed in any tournament this season. However, he will be seen at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships 2022, which will begin on February 21.

Fans have been eager to get a glimpse of the World No. 1 and the tickets for the upcoming event in the middle east have been sold out. 

Speaking on the presence of the 20-time Grand Slam winner, tournament director Salah Talak was ecstatic. He stated, “I think it’s great that Novak is back. I know the whole thing the world was against him, but at the end of the day, he is the number 1 and champion of Dubai.”

(Quotes translated using Google translate)

Novak has won this event on five occasions, which makes him the most successful player competing in the event this season. After all the obstacles the 34-year-old player has been through lately, it is great news for him and his fans that he will be soon seen doing what he is best known for. 

At the moment, he will be considered the favorite and it will be interesting to see how he performs next week. 

Fans wish him all the best as he looks to kickstart his 2022 campaign. Everyone is looking forward to seeing if Djokovic is allowed to play at the other Grand Slams this year. 

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