For Novak Djokovic, the pandemic has brought additional tensions. As the Serbian legend stands firm in his decision to remain unvaccinated, many major tournaments have decided to bar him from participation. First, he had walked out of the Australian Open, leaving his chance of winning his fourth consecutive title behind. And now, Djokovic will have to stay out of the US Open as well because of the same.
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However, some people are voicing their thoughts in favor of the 21 times Grand Slam champion. One of the most prominent arguments put forth from the supporter’s side was by the senator of Texas state.
The US Open mayhem
Drew Springer took on Twitter to address how banning Djokovic from entering the Grand Slam over his vaccination status isn’t the right decision. He brought President Joe Biden under the microscope by writing, “Biden is banning Novak Djokovic from coming to the USA to play the US Open. But allows millions of unvaccinated illegals to flood across the border.”
Thereafter, he added, “Hey Joe, what’s one more unvaxed person?!?!” Speaking of Djokovic’s stand on the matter, he has chosen to be realistic. As he said, “I’m not vaccinated and I’m not planning to get vaccinated. So the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter [the] United States or exemption.”
The Serb recently caught the pace in the race between him, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer for most Grand Slam victory. He claimed his first Grand Slam of this season at Wimbledon and is just one behind Nadal. However, if the rules stay unamended, the Spaniard might further his lead by claiming the US Open. Thus bringing the 2021 runner up to square one.
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Good news for Novak Djokovic fans
Under the ruling of the new Prime Minister of Australia, a window has opened for the 35-year-old. The nine times Australian open champion might be able to get rid of the three-year ban imposed on him as a result of his legal proceeding against the Grand Slam.
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The unvaccinated Djokovic has earned favor of PM Anthony Albanese, who himself is a tennis enthusiast. Albanese has raised a plea in front of Tennis Australia; to let the former World No.1 participate in the coming season. Therefore, if the things go well, we will be able to see the Serb in the hard courts of Melbourne.