Tennis star Novak Djokovic, who says he’s “personally opposed to vaccination” for coronavirus, would have to make a decision if a vaccination requirement is introduced for the sport to resume
"Personally I am opposed to vaccination and I wouldn't want to be forced by someone to take a vaccine in order to be able to travel," Djokovic, who claimed his 17th grand slam at the Australian Open in January, said in a Facebook live chat on Sunday."But if it becomes compulsory, what will happen? I will have to make a decision. I have my own thoughts about the matter and whether those thoughts will change at some point, I don't know.
Billie Jean King 'thrilled' tennis center helping with relief 04:17Last month, former world No. 1 Amelie Mauresmo tweeted that"no vaccine=no tennis." However, neither the ATP or WTA tours have suggested that would be necessary, while scientists believe a Covid-19 vaccine is at least 12 months away. CNN has reached out to the ATP and WTA for comment.
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