“The absence of Novak Djokovic increases…”, says the ATP ace
“Unfortunately this time I won’t be able to go to New York for the US Open. Thanks to ‘NoleFam’ for all the messages of love and support. Good luck mates! I will stay fit and with a spirit positive, I will wait for an opportunity to compete again.
See you soon, the world of tennis! “Through a post on his social media accounts, Novak Djokovic announced his withdrawal from the final Grand Slam of 2022 before the men’s main draw draw.
The Serb waited with hope for the rules for entering the United States to change, especially after the first statement issued by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
Note that it nullified any regulatory difference between vaccinated and unvaccinated among US citizens. However, the provision has not been extended to people coming from abroad, who will still need to show the vaccination certificate to enter the country.
The Djokovic case split the US government and prompted US Senator Ted Cruz to come to Belgrade’s defense. Cruz shared Djokovic’s post and threw a dig at Joe Biden, writing, “What nonsense!
The 2013 Texas State Federal Senator has dedicated more than one tweet to Djokovic in recent months to push the government to reverse its decision and has used the slogan: “Let Novak Play” on more than one occasion. .
The US Open organizers, who played no part in the matter, also released a major statement on the Djokovic issue. “Novak is a champion and it’s a real shame that he can’t participate in the 2022 edition of the US Open, because he can’t enter the country due to the Federal government’s vaccination policy for non-American citizens.”
Fritz praises Nole Djokovic
For Taylor Fritz, Novak Djokovic is currently the best player in the world. “I think at the end of the day he’s the best player in the world and would be the clear favorite to win in the United States if he were allowed to play,” Fritz said, adding “It’s the biggest chance to win for everyone for a long, long time without Djokovic, and honestly, I think that makes it more exciting than ever.”
Fritz thinks the tide is changing a bit now and others have a shot at the bigger trophies on offer. “I think there was a long period where it was basically [Roger] Federer, [Novak] Djokovic, [Rafael] Nadal, [Andy] Murray and it was always going to be one of those guys.
I think now times are changing a bit, there’s no one who’s too dominant right now, so I feel like anyone between 10 people could win the tournament,” he said. declared.
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