Australian Open 2025: Novak Djokovic wants to focus on tennis after ‘poisoning’ claims in Melbourne
An Australian scholar spoke To The Guardian,, external Called Djokovic’s claims a “crazy accusation.”
Damian Maganja, a food policy researcher at the George Institute for Global Health, said: “It’s possible, but it’s very unlikely considering he’s been locked up for so long.”
“These meals may have been prepared in large quantities and to my knowledge there have been no other reports.”
Djokovic was sent to a migrant hotel, where refugees and asylum seekers have long complained of poor conditions.
In December 2022, shortly before Djokovic arrived at the Park Hotel, the detainee Complaints of maggots found in their food.
When Djokovic was sent there, the hotel was accredited and licensed by the Melbourne City Council as a food service establishment. And accept the review and inspection of the municipal health department.
Detainees are said to have access to a variety of foods and beverages that are considered nutritious, culturally appropriate and meet any specific medical or dietary requirements.
Djokovic has long been known for eating a gluten- and dairy-free diet while following a plant-based nutrition regimen — something he often cited as the secret to his success.
Fish and shellfish often contain higher levels of mercury than other foods, According to the UK’s National Health Service (NHS)., external
