Novak Djokovic Might Not Participate in Australian Open 2023, Serbian Ace Refuses to Reveal Vaccine Status

Novak Djokovic's participation in the Australian Open 2023 is underneath the scanner. Reason? So owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, the state of Victoria has instructed a vaccine mandate for the athletes and has made it obligatory for them to get vaccinated. However, it's nonetheless not clear if the vaccine mandate can be relevant for the gamers coming from overseas. If that is the case then Novak's participation in the Australian Open 2023 is dicey because the Serbian ace has refused to reveal his vaccine standing. The Australian Open takes place in Melbourne. Novak Djokovic Smashes Racket in Rage During US Open 2021 Final Match, Video Goes Viral. 

During an interview, the Serbian ace mentioned that he nonetheless doesn't know if he's going to Melbourne. "I will not reveal my status whether I have been vaccinated or not, it is a private matter and an inappropriate inquiry." he opined. Djoko additionally mentioned that individuals go too far in taking the freedom to ask such questions. The remaining determination concerning his participation shall be made in a few weeks as he's intently following the state of affairs in Australia. But, the Serbian ace additionally mentioned that he doubts if there shall be many adjustments made in the norms of the nation.

“My supervisor, who's in contact with the Australian Tennis Federation, tells me they're attempting to enhance the situations for everybody, each for many who have been vaccinated and those that haven't," he said. Surely Djoko fans are keeping their fingers crossed for things to improve in Australia so that they can watch him in action once again.

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