At last! Djokovic to be vaccinated against corona, rival’s Australian victory behind his sudden decision

Last Updated on 02/03/2022 by てんしょく飯

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic (34=Serbian) has decided to get vaccinated against the new coronavirus, according to the Spanish newspaper Marca.

Finally, a decision

Djokovic was banned from the Australian Open in January for failing to get the vaccine, and the tightening of corona regulations in many countries has made it difficult for him to compete on the tour. It is only a matter of time before he falls out of the world No. 1 spot due to the limited stage he can play on, causing a huge stir around the world.

According to the same newspaper, Daniel Mkush, a writer who has written a biography of Djokovic, said, “From what I’ve heard from people around him, he will be vaccinated,” and “The Australian Open final is probably the reason for that decision. （The Australian Open final is probably the reason for his decision. The Grand Slam of Rafael Nadal (35) in Spain definitely spurred him on.

Djokovic was inspired by his old rival Nadal’s 21st career Grand Slam victory. Djokovic was inspired by the fact that his arch-rival Nadal had won his 21st major title, and he wanted to beat his rivals, even if it meant getting the vaccination he had stubbornly refused.

Djokovic has entered his first match of the season in the Dubai Championships (opening day, March 21, UAE). Although no official announcement has been made yet, Djokovic will be able to participate in the U.S. tour in March if he receives the vaccination, and his future is sure to be closely watched.