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Earlier in this blog, our reporters Marc McGowan and Danny Russell had a lively discussion about the possibility of a Novak Djokovic statue in Melbourne Park.
But what do you think?
Should a statue of 10-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic be erected in Melbourne Park?Credit: Matt Golding
We asked you to send us your thoughts and the results are in; the most popular opinion was a resounding “no.”
Here’s what you need to say.
– Leanne: A definite NO. Many tennis players deserve this.
Midge: This isn’t rocket science; The man won the most titles, 10. I’ve never been a big fan, but the facts are out there.
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-Dale: If he was Australian, yes maybe, but since he wasn’t, WHY??? Has the world gone completely crazy?
: No, he is a professional tennis player who plays for his own passions and high financial gains. The erection of a statue to him in Melbourne Park is unnecessary and inappropriate.
– Vicky: No, definitely only for Australian athletes!
: Djokovic is one of the greatest players of all time, but Melbourne Park is not the place to recognize his achievements. No one can ignore his disgraceful behavior during COVID. It should be our Australian achievers who are honored at Melbourne Park.
Mother: No – Djokovic should never be forgiven for his arrogant and disrespectful behavior towards Victorians during COVID. Statues of sports heroes should belong to players who are technically highly skilled, but who are also loved, inspiring and whose memory the public wants to keep alive. Djokovic is unquestionably great at playing tennis, but he is a divisive, polarizing figure.
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