Nine-time winner Novak Djokovic would be welcome to compete at the Australian Open if he can obtain a visa, says tournament director Craig Tiley.
The Serbian former world No 1 was kicked out of the country for not being vaccinated against COVID-19 in a dramatic turn of events in January.
Djokovic is barred from re-entering until 2025, though the Australian government can waive the ban at its discretion
Tiley has said the 35-year-old Wimbledon champion would also be eligible if he is able to overturn the visa ban as part of his deportation.
Tiley has not had any contact with the government about Djokovic and Australian Open organisers are unable to lobby on the Serbian’s behalf.