<p>A court decision to uphold the cancellation of Novak Djokovic's visa on Sunday has shaken up the Australian Open draw on the eve of the tournament, handing a boost to his rivals and adding intrigue to the race for the Grand Slam titles record.</p>.<p>The world number one had been favourite to win a 10th title at Melbourne Park and claim a 21st Grand Slam crown but the Serb now faces being deported from Australia.</p>.<p>Russian second seed Daniil Medvedev will likely be the bookmakers' favourite when the tournament begins on Monday, ahead of third seed Alexander Zverev.</p>.<p>Sixth seed Rafa Nadal, who shares the men's Grand Slam record of 20 with Djokovic and the absent Roger Federer, could strike a blow in the major title race.</p>.<p>Nadal, the 2009 champion and a four-times finalist in Melbourne, would have had to face Djokovic in the semi-finals if the draw progressed according to seeding.</p>.<p><strong>Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/tennis/djokovic-loses-shot-at-record-21st-grand-slam-title-21-million-with-court-loss-1071586.html" target="_blank">Djokovic loses shot at record 21st Slam with court loss</a></strong></p>.<p>The top quarter of the draw has now been thrown wide open, with Djokovic set to be replaced by 150th-ranked 'lucky loser' Salvatore Caruso. Seventh-seeded Italian Matteo Berrettini is now the highest seed in that section.</p>.<p>Caruso will play Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic on Monday in the first round in place of Djokovic.</p>.<p>Rubbing salt into the wound, Djokovic's withdrawal could also mean losing his world number one ranking if Medvedev or Zverev claim his title at Melbourne Park.</p>.<p>Longer term, Djokovic's visa cancellation could further harm his chances of adding to his Grand Slam silverware, with the Australian government capable of imposing a three-year entry ban on the Serb.</p>.<p>His travel to other countries could also be affected, with most requiring visa applicants to disclose if they have ever been deported or had a visa rejected or cancelled.</p>.<p>Should Djokovic choose to remain unvaccinated for Covid-19, his entry into other Grand Slams may also be affected as authorities tighten travel and border restrictions in the third year of a pandemic that has killed more than 5 million people.</p>.<p><strong>Watch latest videos by DH here:</strong></p>
<p>A court decision to uphold the cancellation of Novak Djokovic's visa on Sunday has shaken up the Australian Open draw on the eve of the tournament, handing a boost to his rivals and adding intrigue to the race for the Grand Slam titles record.</p>.<p>The world number one had been favourite to win a 10th title at Melbourne Park and claim a 21st Grand Slam crown but the Serb now faces being deported from Australia.</p>.<p>Russian second seed Daniil Medvedev will likely be the bookmakers' favourite when the tournament begins on Monday, ahead of third seed Alexander Zverev.</p>.<p>Sixth seed Rafa Nadal, who shares the men's Grand Slam record of 20 with Djokovic and the absent Roger Federer, could strike a blow in the major title race.</p>.<p>Nadal, the 2009 champion and a four-times finalist in Melbourne, would have had to face Djokovic in the semi-finals if the draw progressed according to seeding.</p>.<p><strong>Read | <a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/sports/tennis/djokovic-loses-shot-at-record-21st-grand-slam-title-21-million-with-court-loss-1071586.html" target="_blank">Djokovic loses shot at record 21st Slam with court loss</a></strong></p>.<p>The top quarter of the draw has now been thrown wide open, with Djokovic set to be replaced by 150th-ranked 'lucky loser' Salvatore Caruso. Seventh-seeded Italian Matteo Berrettini is now the highest seed in that section.</p>.<p>Caruso will play Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic on Monday in the first round in place of Djokovic.</p>.<p>Rubbing salt into the wound, Djokovic's withdrawal could also mean losing his world number one ranking if Medvedev or Zverev claim his title at Melbourne Park.</p>.<p>Longer term, Djokovic's visa cancellation could further harm his chances of adding to his Grand Slam silverware, with the Australian government capable of imposing a three-year entry ban on the Serb.</p>.<p>His travel to other countries could also be affected, with most requiring visa applicants to disclose if they have ever been deported or had a visa rejected or cancelled.</p>.<p>Should Djokovic choose to remain unvaccinated for Covid-19, his entry into other Grand Slams may also be affected as authorities tighten travel and border restrictions in the third year of a pandemic that has killed more than 5 million people.</p>.<p><strong>Watch latest videos by DH here:</strong></p>