Djokovic faultless in Australian Open return (VIDEO)
Novak Djokovic thanked fans for their support after he blitzed past Roberto Carballes Baena in his Australian Open comeback match Read Full Article at RT.com
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Novak Djokovic couldn’t have wished for a better performance in his return to the Rod Laver Arena as he eased past past Roberto Carballes Baena to qualify for the second round of the Australian Open.
The Serb, who was infamously deported from Australia ahead of the Grand Slam event last year amid a Covid vaccination row with immigration authorities down under, thanked fans for an incredibly warm welcome after his three-set (6-3, 6-4, 6-0) win against the world’s 75th ranked player.
Djokovic, who has been battling a hamstring injury and had heavy strapping on his upper left leg, appeared on the court to a raucous reception from a capacity crowd at Melbourne Park but didn't appear to suffer any setbacks as he eased past the Spaniard after a little over two hours of action.
“I couldn’t ask for a better start to the tournament,” the 35-year-old announced afterwards.
“Thank you for giving me such a welcoming reception that I could only dream of. I feel really happy that I'm back here in Australia and on the court where I have had the biggest success in my career.
“Definitely this court is the most special court in my life.”
Welcome back, Novak.
