The former World No.1 says the sport is better off with Novak Djokovic on the court.
The 14-year-old Czech has reeled off back-to-back ITF titles, and is now qualified for her first WTA main draw.
"I am present, I'm here, really happy to be playing again," Novak Djokovic said ahead of his Dubai return.
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