Unvaccinated Djokovic hopes to play tennis in Indian Wells
Tennis player Novak Djokovic hopes to be able to participate in the masters tournament in the American place Indian Wells next month, although the current number 1 in the world has not been vaccinated against the corona virus. A vaccination is required to enter the United States.
“With the current state of affairs, I cannot play in Indian Wells. But let’s wait and see, maybe some things will change in the coming weeks,” said Djokovic after his victory over the Italian Lorenzo Musetti in Dubai (6-3 6-). 3). The 34-year-old Serb will play his first tournament of the year in Dubai. He thought he could participate in the Australian Open with a medical exemption last month, but the Australian authorities withdrew his visa. After legal proceedings, Djokovic had to leave the country one day before the start of the grand slam tournament. Australia, like the US, requires everyone entering the country to be vaccinated.
In Dubai the requirements are not that strict. Djokovic, who on principle refuses to be vaccinated, can therefore now play tennis there. Indian Wells’ highly regarded tournament kicks off on March 10. Djokovic has won the tournament in the California desert five times.