Potential visa controversy set for Australian Open due to Giorgi being under investigation for fake COVID-19 documents and playing at 2022 edition

Camila Giorgi could see herself in a lot of trouble for using fake COVID-19 documents which she used to enter Australia last year when there was a need to show proof of vaccination.

Her doctor already confirmed to Italian media that neither Giorgi nor her family have been vaccinated against the virus and all of them used the fake documents to travel. She entered Australia and the US with her team at a time when both countries required proof of vaccination to enter. She entered Australia this year legally however if she broke the law last year, her visa might be in jeopardy.

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For now, she's set to compete at the Australian Open but if proven guilty, Giorgi might face serious consequences that would greatly impact her career. She most likely won't be able to enter the US as the need for proof of vaccination still exists there.

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The deparment of Home Affairs was contacted on the matter and they said:

"All allegations of fraudulent or falsified information relating to a visa application are assessed to determine the veracity of the claims. If a document submitted in support of a visa application is found to be fraudulent, the visa may be refused or cancelled."