Novak Djokovic not to participate in Indian Wells & Miami due to his Covid-19 vaccine stand

Updated : Mar 10, 2022 12:38
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Sticking to his firm stand on vaccine status, Novak Djokovic has decided not to compete in the Indian Wells Masters and Miami Open.

In a tweet, Djokovic said the Centers for Disease Control confirmed that regulations won't be changing in US.

Also read: No-vax Djokovic! Why is the Tennis star opposed to the Covid vaccine?

"I won't be able to play in the US. Good luck to those playing in these great tournaments, " Djokovic added.

The 20-time Grand slam champion has competed in only one tournament in 2022 so far given he has not taken a Covid-19 vaccine.

Earlier, Djokovic has said he is ready to sacrifice trophies in future tournaments if forced to get jabbed.

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