Novak Djokovic will likely receive a Rafael Nadal-like accolade at Melbourne Park, as Australian Open administrator Craig Tiley has given the go-ahead to immortalize the Serb in statue form.

Australian Open boss Craig Tiley has given the green light to immortalising Novak Djokovic in statue form at the Melbourne Park

Novak Djokovic’s remarkable story at the Australian Open may have had the most unfortunate conclusion as he limped out of the tournament in his semi-final against Alexander Zverev last week – but his legacy looks set to be secured for eternity.

Novak Djokovic simply cannot shake the conspiracy allegations that surrounded him at the Australian Open. The 10-time Australian Open champion went to extreme lengths this week to share photographs of a hamstring strain on his Instagram account after his unexpected withdrawal from the tournament raised concerns.