Wimbledon: Novak Djokovic and the “unvaccinated” will be able to play

Novak Djokovic and unvaccinated players will be able to play the Wimbledon tournament (June 27-July 11), organizers said on Tuesday.

Good news. English Grand Slam decision makers have confirmed that a vaccination pass will not be required to play.

Deprived of the Australian Open by the local authorities after an incredible week, Novak Djokovic, world No. 1, will therefore be able to defend his chances on a lawn where he is three times defending champion.

The Serb, who has played in three tournaments this season (Dubai, Monte-Carlo and Belgrade), has six victories at Wimbledon. A success on the London lawn would also allow him to equal Rafael Nadal and his 21 Grand Slam titles.

Note that if non-vaccinated are accepted, all Russian and Belarusian players will not be allowed. “It is an extreme and exceptional situation which goes far beyond the interests of tennis, explained Ian Hewitt, the boss of the All England Club. Governments, sport, and the creative industries all play their part in efforts to limit Russia’s influence, including any benefits arising from a commercial, cultural, or sporting show of force.”