Australian Open 2022: Novak Djokovic wins legal battle, back in court for practice

World tennis No. 1 Novak Djokovic returned to the court to resume his practice after winning a court challenge to remain in Australia, thanking the judge who released him from immigration detention and saying he remained focused on his bid for a record 21st Grand Slam win in Melbourne. His fans are also seen celebrating his winning appeal to stay in Australia.

Novak Djokovic was back in training hours after winning a court challenge to remain in Australia, thanking the judge who released him from immigration detention and saying he remained focused on trying to win a record 21st Grand Slam. Credit: Reuters Photo

Novak's family said his release was the

Earlier, Djokovic's supporters had gathered outside the hotel chanting

Djokovic, who arrived in Australia last week, spent most of the day at his lawyers' chambers. Credit: AFP Photo

A fan of Serbia's Novak Djokovic in the arrivals hall at Melbourne Airport ahead of the Australian Open in Melbourne, Australia. Credit: AP/PTI Photo

Serbia fans display their flag in support of Novak Djokovic during the group stage match in Sydney. Credit: Reuters Photo

Members of the Serbian community are seen marching in support of tennis player Novak Djokovic in Melbourne, Australia. Credit: Reuters Photo

Novak Djokovic's fan flies a Serbian flag in front of the Park Hotel, believed to be holding the Serbian tennis player in Melbourne, Australia. Credit: Reuters Photo