Novak Djokovic was suspended from the last Australian Open for not taking the covid vaccine
First Published Oct 28, 2022, 6:44 PM IST
Sydney: Serbian star Novak Djokovic hopes to be able to play in the next Australian Open. Djokovic said that there have been no official announcements but there have been positive indications these days. With this, Joko is opening up the possibilities of stepping on Australian soil for the next championship.
Novak Djokovic was suspended from the last Australian Open for not taking the covid vaccine. He came to Australia for the competition but was sent back. A ban was also imposed. But later Australia allowed many relaxations in the covid restrictions. It was also announced that entry will be allowed even if the vaccine is not taken. With this, Djokovic started trying to participate in the next Australian Open. The Serbian star says that he has spoken with lawyers in Australia these days. Lawyers are also negotiating with the Australian authorities regarding the lifting of the ban. Djokovic says that he hopes that the ban will be lifted and that a final decision will be made soon.
The Australian Open will start on January 16. Rafael Nadal is the current Australian Open champion. He won the title by defeating Medvedev. Nadal came back after losing the first two sets. Score: 2-6, 6-7, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4. Nadal said after the match that he overcame the toughest opponent of the tournament in the final.
Australia was one of the countries with the strictest covid restrictions in the world. Those who were not vaccinated were not even allowed to enter the country. After getting the vaccine, strict quarantine should also be followed.
Australia lifts covid restrictions; Smile for Novak Djokovic
Last Updated Oct 28, 2022, 6:44 PM IST
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