Novak Djokovic’s pre-tournament press conference in Melbourne ended in chaotic style, as he awkwardly batted away questions about his recent claim that he had been “poisoned” during his ill-fated visit here in 2022.

Novak Djokovic has made a staggering allegation about being fed food that “poisoned” him while he was detained in Melbourne ahead of the 2022 Australian Open. The tennis legend revealed he was “very sick” after returning to Serbia from Melbourne and explained he discovered “a very high level of lead and mercury” in his body.

The 24-time grand slam champion spent time in quarantine after admitting to making a false statement on a travel document in 2022

Novak Djokovic returns to the scene of his greatest triumphs this week at the Australian Open, adamant he is ready and able to see off the challenge from Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in his pursuit of a record 25th Grand Slam crown.