Tennis world number one Novak Djokovic is set to be deported from Australia after his visa was cancelled this morning, the federal government says.
The 34-year-old landed at Melbourne's Tullamarine airport late last night and was detained by Australian Border Force (ABF) officials.
In a statement, the ABF confirmed Djokovic did not meet the entry requirements and his visa was cancelled.
"Non-citizens who do not hold a valid visa on entry or who have had their visa cancelled will be detained and removed from Australia," the statement said.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison reacted to the decision, tweeting that "rules are rules, especially when it comes to our borders."
"No-one is above these rules," he said.
Novak Djokovic’s visa cancelled after flying into Melbourne, threatening his Australian Open bid
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The federal government says Novak Djokovic’s visa was cancelled after he “failed to provide appropriate evidence” to meet Australia’s entry requirements.
what a farce