Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal thinks the Australian Open tradition or frenzy will not change with Djokovic's presence or absence.
Rafael Nadal, another popular tennis star, has opened his mouth amid controversy over Novak Djokovic's second visa cancellation ahead of the Australian Open. According to him, no player can be bigger than the game. He doesn't think Djokovic will be harmed by the Australian Open.
Speaking to reporters in Melbourne Park before the start of the tournament, Nadal said: "I have repeatedly said that Djokovic is one of the best tennis players in the world. He is also one of the best in the history of tennis. There is no doubt about this. But a tournament is always more important than a player. The player will come and go. No one survives forever, no one. Even Roger, Novak, I myself, everyone who has had a good time has an end. A new player comes up. If Djokovic can play, that's good news, but if he can't, the popularity and tradition of the Australian Open will not be tarnished. "
Although he respects the Serbian star Djokovic, Nadal is not at all happy with what Djokovic has done in the last few days.
"I respect him," Nadal said. But I do not agree with what he has done in the last few weeks. I think the situation has gone too far. I feel tired seeing so much. I think everyone should pay attention to tennis. "Djokovic, meanwhile, is being held at a home in Melbourne after his visa was revoked. Djokovic will have to be interviewed in front of the Australian Immigration Department first on Saturday. Whether Djokovic can stay in the country depends on what he answers. Djokovic's trial is set to begin on Sunday morning in federal court in Melbourne.
Djokovic and Nadal have both won 20 Grand Slams each. That means both men have the chance to become the first male tennis star to win 21 Grand Slams at the Australian Open.
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