In a written statement, the defending champion said he was “extremely disappointed with the decision”. However, he had also emphasized that he would respect them and cooperate with the responsible authorities regarding his departure.
The government’s decision also includes a three-year travel ban for the nine-time Melbourne winner, but that doesn’t have to be set in stone.
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