The world's first Novak Djokovic will start with a special permit at the Australian Open in January.
The nine-time Grand Slam champion announced Tuesday he would try to defend his title in Melbourne.
"I had great days with my loved ones, and today I'm going to Australia because I got a special permit. Come on 2022!" the 34-year-old classic wrote on his community page.
Uncertainty was caused by the fact that all participants in the Australian Open were expected to be vaccinated against the coronavirus, but Djokovic, citing the protection of his privacy, still did not disclose whether he met this requirement.
Recently, speculation has come to light that since the 20-time GS-winning Belgrade player is unwilling to vaccinate himself, he will rather step back from the Melbourne race. This was also confirmed by his resignation from the national team at the ATP Cup in Sydney.
According to tournament director Craig Tiley, thorough investigations preceded the issuance of the special permit.
"Two independent teams of experts were involved in the preparation of the decision, which is justified by an acute health problem. To host Djokovic again, but you have to get the vaccine.
(Source: Source: sportrajongo.hu, mti / Photo: pixabay)