Novak Djokovic

2023 - 2 - 11

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Novak Djokovic | మరోసారి వాక్సిన్ చిక్కుల్లో.. నొవాక్ జకోవిచ్ (Namasthe Telangana)

అమెరికాలో వ‌చ్చే నెల 9 నుంచి మియామీ ఓపెన్, 22న‌ ఇండియన్ వెల్స్‌ జ‌రుగ‌నున్నాయి. ఈ టోర్నీలో ...

టోర్నీలో పాల్గొనడానికి ప్రత్యేక దరఖాస్తు చేసుకున్నాడు. ఈ టోర్నీలో పాల్గొనాలంటే క్రీడాకారులు కరోనా వ్యాక్సిన్ను ఖచ్చితంగా తీసుకుని ఉండాలి. అయితే ఇప్పటివరకు కరోనా వ్యాక్సిన్ను తీసుకోని జకోవిచ్..

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Rafael Nadal envisions Novak Djokovic ending the year as the ... (Sportskeeda)

Rafael Nadal has given his verdict on who will end the 2023 season as the leader of the ATP rankings, and it's none other than his biggest rival — Novak ...

[holds the record](https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/news-it-s-right-try-valid-tennis-fans-slam-journalist-accusing-novak-djokovic-acting-victim-seeking-exemption-play-us) for ending the highest number of seasons as the No. 1 for his ability to return from grave situations on numerous occasions and expects him to do so once more in the coming days. 1, he is just a few days away from breaking Steffi Graf's all-time record (377 weeks) for most weeks at the top. When asked who would finish the season as the World No. Before the first Grand Slam event of the year, the ATP sat down with a few players in Melbourne and asked them to name the stars who they thought would reign supreme over others. They have faced each other a total of 59 times since 2006 and the head-to-head reads 30-29 in favor of the Serb.

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Novak Djokovic's jersey auctioned for 11000 euros; wife donates ... (Sportskeeda)

One of Novak Djokovic's jerseys from his 2023 collection was auctioned for 11000 euros at an event in the capital city of Austria, Vienna, ...

"There's the Novak Djokovic Foundation that you and your wife Jelena have been running for many years. The 35-year-old did not participate in the four North American Masters tournaments last year, along with the 2022 US Open. The first two ATP Masters tournaments (Indian Wells and Miami Open) will be held in March, however, America will only end the COVID-19 restrictions in May. The partially recognized state in Southeast Europe shares its border with Serbia in the north and east. 1 player was absent, his wife Jelena attended the event and seemed to be having a great time. Jelena is the director of the Novak Djokovic Foundation, which works for the betterment of children's education in Serbia, as well as sends help to any part of the world that is going through a crisis.

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Novak Djokovic applies for exemption as he looks to play Miami and ... (Planet Sport)

According to reports, Novak Djokovic has applied for a special entry exemption in order to be allowed entry into the United States for Indian Wells and the ...

"It is something that unfortunately is not in our hands," Djordje Djokovic told the Serbian publication Tanjung. That would leave Djokovic free to participate in any events on American soil after that date despite still being unvaccinated - but not before, which is when the so-called Sunshine double will take place in Indian Wells and Miami. According to Djokovic's younger brother, however, the Australian Open champion was back in training and hoping for a late change to the rules for foreign visitors in the US.

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Novak Djokovic seeks special permission to enter the US to play in ... (MARCA.com)

Novak Djokovic, the best tennis player on the planet, is resting before travelling to Dubai to face the 500 category tournament held from February 27 to ...

Djokovic has won five times in the Californian desert: 2008, 2011, 2014, 2015 and 2016. How the US arrived at this arbitrary date is anyone's guess but Nole's presence at the US Open 2023 is certain. It should be remembered that the United States will not allow unvaccinated foreigners to enter the country until May 11.

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Novak Djokovic seeking special permission to enter US despite ... (CBSSports.com)

The Serbian tennis star is seeking a workaround in order to play in the Indian Wells and Miami Open.

But in Djokovic's case, there has been hope that a resolution can be worked out, a sentiment that has been expressed all the way up to Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas. "Novak has to obtain special permission as the U.S. According to Reuters, the existing vaccine mandate is not expected to be lifted before both tournaments begin in March.

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Novak Djokovic seeking “special permission” to compete in US amid ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The Australian Open champion faces being prevented from entering America next month for the Indian Wells Masters and Miami Open due to his Covid-19 ...

There are only a few days to go before a decision is made and what remains for us to do is hope for a positive outcome." I mean, it would be a disgrace in my eyes if he wasn’t coming to these events, or not allowed to come.” Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas claimed it would be “a disgrace” if the world No.1 is being prevented from travelling to the US. Let us know your thoughts in the "Unfortunately, it is something that is not in our hands," he told Serbian news agency Tanjung. Djokovic equalled Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grand Slam titles by winning last month's Australian Open and is hoping to continue his early season form in America next month.

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Unvaccinated Djokovic seeks "special permission" to play in US ... (Insidethegames.biz)

Unvaccinated men's singles tennis world number one Novak Djokovic is seeking "special permission" to enter the United States for upcoming tournaments.

The US has extended requirements for all non-US citizens flying into the country to be vaccinated against COVID-19 until April 10, meaning he is on course to miss the Indian Wells Masters and Miami Open. He has previously said he would be willing to miss Grand Slams to avoid taking COVID-19 vaccinations. The joint-record 22-time Grand Slam winner has refused to receive inoculations against COVID-19, leading to a high-profile deportation prior to last year's Australian Open when his visa was cancelled and him being unable to compete at the US Open.

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Indian Wells: Djokovic seeks special permission (The Express Tribune)

Serbian tennis star wants to play in tournament, as well as in Miami Open in US.

He regained entry into the tournament this year and won it to claim a record-tying 22nd Grand Slam title. Last month, Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas said it would be a "disgrace" if Djokovic was not allowed to compete at Indian Wells and other tournaments in the United States this year. [Novak Djokovic](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2395884/djokovic-likes-his-chances-in-australia), one of the most high-profile unvaccinated athletes in the world, has applied for special permission to enter the United States to play at the Indian Wells and Miami Open, his brother Djordje said on Friday.

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"It's his right to try when it's valid" - Tennis fans slam journalist ... (Sportskeeda)

On Friday, February 10, Novak Djokovic raised a request with the US authorities to grant him an exemption and allow him to enter the country in March for ...

“Unfortunately, it is something that is out of our hands," Djordje said. He’s perfectly fine with accepting the outcome either way, as you know. The Indian Wells and Miami Open events will be held in March, meaning the 35-year-old will have to give them a miss like last year. We should respect that….But then stay out of the victimization lane," Wertheim tweeted. You sound put upon," a fan tweeted. 1 was well within his rights to seek an exemption.

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Novak Djokovic 'requests' US nod (Telegraph India)

World No.1 was named this week on entry list for Indian Wells, where he is a five-time champion.

His expected absence notwithstanding, there will still be plenty of talent on show. Last month, Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas said it would be a “disgrace” if Djokovic was not allowed to compete at Indian Wells and other tournaments in the US this year. “Novak has submitted all the required documentation and a request, and the directors of the Indian Wells and Miami tournaments have publicly said Novak is needed at those tournaments and that they want him to come.

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Djokovic and Kyrgios dream team in jeopardy due to Indian Wells ... (TennisUpToDate.com)

Nick Kyrgios spoke about the possibility of playing doubles with Novak Djokovic in Indian WellsThe Australian and the Serb have shown a great relationship, ...

"I think, as a competitor, I want to see him there. "I think Novak needs to be playing at all costs. The Australian and the Serb have shown a great relationship, especially since Kyrgios publicly supported Djokovic after he was prevented from playing in the 2022 Australian Open.

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Novak Djokovic can end six-year Federer drought if he plays Indian ... (Daily Express)

Novak Djokovic is said to have requested a 'special permit' to enter America for Indian Wells and Miami.

He is currently scheduled to play another event before the sunshine swing begins, as he is signed up for the Dubai ATP 500 in the week of February 27 but it remains to be seen whether Djokovic plays after carrying a hamstring injury during his Australian Open run. The 22-time Grand Slam champion is in peak form following his run to a historic 10th Australian Open crowd and has won 37 of his last 38 matches, making him a favourite for both Indian Wells and Miami if he can compete. [Novak Djokovic](/latest/novak-djokovic) could become the first man to win the ‘sunshine double’ since [Roger Federer](/latest/roger-federer) 2017 if he is able to compete at Indian Wells and Miami next and win the two tournaments next month.

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