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Novak Djokovic withdraws from Adelaide exhibition after leaving quarantine – 7NEWS.com.au
The major drawcard pulled out 15 minutes before his match before a shock appearance saw his replacement kicked off the court midway through.
Novak Djokovic has embarked on a strange backflip in Adelaide, stepping on court for an exhibition match less than one hour after withdrawing due to injury.
The world No.1 and a group of top tennis stars were due to appear at the event under a quarantine agreement between Tennis Australia and the South Australian government.
Freed on Friday morning, Djokovic gushed about his stay in Adelaide and there were no signs that he was not prepared to play.
Djokovic was under 30 minutes from facing off against…
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