Novak Djokovic not ready to commit to Australian Open
Last updated on: 06 December,2021 08:36 am
Novak Djokovic not ready to commit to Australian Open
(Reuters) - World No. 1 Novak Djokovic is not ready to say whether or not he’ll defend his Australian Open title subsequent month in Melbourne.
The problem: Tournament contributors are required to be vaccinated towards COVID-19, and Djokovic has refused to say whether or not he has been. He beforehand has said his opposition to vaccination mandates for gamers.
Instead, he evaded the questions when requested Friday on the conclusion of his run within the Davis Cup about his plans for 2022. His Serbian staff misplaced to Croatia within the semifinals in Madrid.
“I perceive you need solutions on the place and the way I’m going to begin the brand new season, however we’ll see what the long run holds,” mentioned Djokovic, 34.
He has received a report 9 instances in Melbourne and is tied with Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal for essentially the most all-time Grand Slam wins with 20.
“I am unable to provide you with a date, however clearly the Australian Open is coming quickly, so you’ll know very quickly.”
He added: “I’ll strive to use the subsequent few days to recuperate, relaxation and neglect about tennis. I’m actually drained from this season and all this 12 months.”
In 2021, Djokovic was 51-7 and received 5 titles, together with Wimbledon and the French Open, as well as to the Australian.