Novak Djokovic could be banned from Australia for three years despite winning appeal

The cancellation of the Serbian’s visa was quashed by a judge in Melbourne on Monday

The decision at a hearing on Monday by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia means Djokovic, a nine-time champion at Melbourne Park, will now have the chance to defend his 2021 title as things stand.

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