What is the controversy with Djokovic at the Australian Open?

What is the controversy with Djokovic at the Australian Open?

What is the controversy with Djokovic at the Australian Open?

The controversy around Djokovic’s visa and presence in Australia stems from him not being vaccinated against COVID-19. Every player at the tournament is required to be vaccinated but organizers were allowed to give out exemptions to players. Djokovic was given an exemption and arrived in Australia earlier in January.

What did Djokovic say about Nadal’s win?

“Congratulations to Rafael Nadal for 21st Grand Slam,” Djokovic wrote. “Amazing achievement. Always impressive fighting spirit that prevailed another time.

How many times has Novak Djokovic beaten Roger Federer?

Djokovic and Federer have played five times at the Australian Open, with Djokovic winning four times and Federer winning once. The first time they met at a major was in the fourth round of the 2007 Australian Open, where Federer won in straight sets.

Why was tennis star denied entry to Australia?

Novak Djokovic sparked outrage this week when he revealed he was being exempted from COVID vaccination rules to play in the Australian Open. On Tuesday, the 34-year-old defending champion said he was “heading Down Under with an exemption permission” ahead of the grand slam tournament which begins on 17 January.

Did Novak congratulate rafa?

Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic congratulated Rafael Nadal on Sunday shortly after the Spaniard rallied from two sets down against Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open final to capture a record-breaking 21st Grand Slam title.

Why was Djokovic given visa?

Djokovic, 34, of Serbia, was given an exemption by the Victoria state government and Tennis Australia, the tournament organizer, from its vaccination rules to compete because he was infected with COVID-19 last month. That apparently allowed him to receive a visa to travel.

Who gave Djokovic a visa?

the Australian government
18, 2021, the Australian government granted Djokovic a temporary visa to compete in the Australian Open. Shortly after, Tennis Australia decided a prior COVID-19 infection or a doctor’s note would be sufficient to receive an exemption from the rule that all players be vaccinated.

What did Federer say about Nadal?

He wrote: “To my friend and great rival Rafael Nadal, heartfelt congratulations on becoming the first man to win 21 Grand Slam singles titles. “A few months ago we were joking about both being on crutches. Amazing. Never underestimate a great champion.