Novak Djokovic has announced that he will not play in the US Open due to his vaccine status.
The world number 6, who has not been vaccinated against Covid-19, said last month that he hoped to “get some good news from the USA” as the country calls for non-citizens to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus to enter. However, a recent update on the US Centers for Disease Control website confirmed that the rule will remain in place for the foreseeable future.
The Serbian, a three-time winner at Flushing Meadows, confirmed Thursday that he would not take part in the tournament.
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“Unfortunately, I will not be able to travel to New York this time for the US Open,” he wrote on Twitter. “Thank you #NoleFam For messages of love and support. Good luck to my fellow players! I will stay in good shape and in a positive spirit and will wait for an opportunity to compete again. See you soon tennis world! “
The draw for the tournament, which begins next week, will be held on Thursday at 12 noon local time.
Djokovic too Missed the Australian Open this yearafter a prolonged dispute over the rules of Covid.