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Novak Djokovic Australian visa battle ‘damaging on all fronts’: ATP

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Novak Djokovic Australian visa battle ‘damaging on all fronts’: ATP

On Monday, the ATP responded to Novak Djokovic’s stunning victory over the Australian government in the visa battle, saying the debate over his vaccination status “has done damage on all fronts”. A Melbourne judge’s ruling overturned a decision to cancel Djokovic’s visa on grounds of Covid-19 health and ended the unvaccinated player’s detention at an immigration facility, which could open the door for his attendance to begin next Monday The game clears the way. The ATP, the governing body of men’s tennis, said it sympathised with Djokovic and the Australian public and stressed it had done everything it could to prevent players from entering Australia for potential problems at the Australian Open.

“The ATP fully respects the sacrifices made by the Australian people since the outbreak of COVID-19 and the stringent immigration policies that have been put in place,” the statement said.

As for the world number one, the ATP said: “On travel to Melbourne, it was clear Novak Djokovic believed he had obtained the necessary medical exemptions to comply with entry regulations.

“The chain of events leading up to Monday’s court hearing has wreaked havoc on every front, including Novak’s health and preparations for the Australian Open.”

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“The medical waiver request is made independently of the ATP,” the agency said. “However, we have been in touch with Tennis Australia to seek clarity throughout this process.”

But the statement made clear that Djokovic could have avoided the problem.

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“The ATP continues to strongly recommend that all players on the ATP Tour get vaccinated, which we believe is critical to our sport’s response to the pandemic…We are encouraged that 97% of the top 100 players are All were vaccinated to get into this year’s Australian Open.”

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

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Mumbai defeats Vidarbha by 169 runs to win the 42nd Ranji Trophy, capping an eight-year reign.

Mumbai overcame Vidarbha by 169 runs in the Wankhede Stadium final on Thursday to end an eight-year drought for a record-tying 42nd Ranji Trophy victory. Vidarbha put up a valiant fight in the second inning to chase a massive 538 runs, but on Day 5, they were eventually bowled out for 368.

Vidarbha put up a valiant battle on Day 5 of the final, with captain Akshay Wadkar and Harsh Dubey leading the team’s struggle against Ajinkya Rahane’s troops. Vidarbha scored 81 runs in the opening session without losing a wicket thanks to the two’s resolute stance at the crease, which frustrated the home team.

Mumbai defeated Vidarbha by a commanding 169 runs in the Ranji Trophy final, putting on an outstanding display.

Following lunch, Wadkar gave Vidarbha’s innings a boost with a magnificent century, showcasing his batting prowess. But when it was time to step it up, Tanush Kotian got his wicket by lbw-ing Wadkar.

Following the captain’s exit, Vidarbha’s batting lineup came under increasing pressure. Even Dubey, who showed fortitude by hitting a steely 65 off 128 deliveries, gave in to the pressure of the scoreboard.

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Mumbai’s bowlers strengthened their hold on the game as the innings went on. Vidarbha’s bottom order offered little resistance as Mumbai quickly completed the innings in just the next 25 deliveries.

Ajinkya Rahane gave the ball to Dhawal Kulkarni in a crucial moment following the loss of the ninth wicket in his final domestic encounter. With just his third ball of the spell, Kulkarni quickly secured the vital wicket of Umesh Yadav, securing Mumbai’s 42nd championship.

Mumbai won their first Ranji Trophy since 2016. The domestic powerhouses increased their lead over other teams in the standings for the most trophies won in the first-class competition. With Karnataka coming in a distant second, no other team has won the Ranji Trophy more times than this one.

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