The Serbian communicated on his social networks that he will not be able to travel to New York, thanked for the support and wished his teammates luck.
Finally, what was almost a fact was confirmed: Novak Djokovic is out of the US Open. His decision not to get vaccinated against the coronavirus prevents him from entering the United States and even if he has hope until the end, he will not be with the Grand Slam.
“Unfortunately, this time I will not be able to travel to New York for the US Open. Thank you NoleFam for your messages of love and support. Good luck to my fellow players! I will keep myself in good shape and with a positive spirit and look forward to the opportunity to compete again.. See you soon, world of tennis!”, He wrote on his Twitter account confirming the news along with some emoticons.
Although rumors spread in mid-August of a possible change in regulations against Covid-19 in the United States health authorities have not made changes and that’s why the Serb’s name was taken off the table minutes before the draw to determine the pairings.
Not only will he try to match the mark of 22 Grand Slams that Rafael Nadal currently has, but by not being able to compete in the last major of the season. he will lose another 1200 points which will add up to a total of 5200 that Nole has not defended this season. Which putting his place in the Top 10 at risk of the ATP ranking.
Source: Tycsports
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