Novak Djokovic says he had the best possible experience in returning with a win at the Dubai Tennis Championships in his first match since being involved in a vaccination and visa saga in the build-up to the Australian Open.
The world number one became the focus of a global story when he was deported from Australia on 16 January because of his Covid-19 vaccination status.
Djokovic on his return to action defeated Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti 6-3 6-3.
Number one seed Djokovic will face either Russia’s Karen Khachanov or Australia’s Alex de Minaur in round two.