Novak Djokovic will play the 2022 Australian Open! The Serbian champion receives a special medical exemption to play the first major of the year. The world number 1 is notoriously against vaccination. There were many doubts about his participation in the Australian Open where all players are requested to be vaccinated unless they receive a special medical exemption.
Eventually, Djokovic received the medical exemption alongside some other players.
Novak announced the news on social media with the following message:
“Happy New Year! Wishing you all health, love & joy in every moment & may you feel love & respect towards all beings on this wonderful planet. I’ve spent fantastic quality time with loved ones over break & today I’m heading Down Under with an exemption permission. Let’s go 2022!”
Novak Djokovic in 2022
Ranked world no.1, Novak played his last match on the 3rd of December 2021 when he beat world no.30 Marin Cilic 6-4 6-2 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
At present, during this year Novak achieved a 0-0 win-loss record.
Novak Djokovic |
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