Djokovic Vows to Use Tough Experiences to Fuel His Season

Djokovic Vows to Use Tough Experiences to Fuel His Season
Novak Djokovic of Serbia celebrates after winning against Russian Karen Khachanov, during their ATP Dubai Duty Free Tennis match, in the Gulf emirate of Dubai, on Feb. 23, 2022. Karim Sahib/AFP via Getty Images
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Novak Djokovic plans to use the challenging experiences he has endured this year due to being unvaccinated against COVID-19 as fuel for the rest of the season, the world number one said on Sunday ahead of his return to action in Monte Carlo.

The 20-times Grand Slam champion was unable to defend his Australian Open title in January after being deported from the country, having initially been admitted to the tournament despite not taking the vaccine.