Novak Djokovic issued a statement after the vaccination scandal

Juliette Morgan
Novak Djokovic issued a statement after the vaccination scandal

Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic made a statement after a scandal in Australia, where he was detained due to lack of vaccination against coronavirus. Djokovic posted a post on Instagram in which he told how it happened and explained why he appeared in public, although he was already sick with coronavirus.

I want to discuss the ongoing misinformation about my activities and participation in December events before I tested positive for coronavirus. This misinformation needs to be corrected, especially to reduce anxiety about my stay in Australia, as well as to address issues that are bothering and hurting my family.

 

 

Then Djokovic told in detail how he had passed antibody tests and PCR tests several times in Belgrade and they showed different results: at first, all the tests were negative, which is why Djokovic considered it possible to attend various events. Soon, a new PCR test turned out to be positive, but Djokovic did not cancel the planned interview and met with a journalist, which he now regrets.:

I felt I had to give an interview so as not to let the journalist down, but during it I kept my distance and was wearing a mask, except for the photo shoot. After the interview, I isolated myself at home, but now I think I made a mistake — the interview had to be postponed.

Djokovic also explained why he indicated incorrect information in the declaration when entering Australia. The declaration stated that he had not traveled in the previous 14 days, but later it became known that during this period Djokovic traveled to Spain. According to the tennis player, the declaration was filled out by his assistant, who accidentally ticked the wrong box:

It was a human error and, of course, unintentional.

Djokovic has faced problems entering Australia for the Australian Open tournament. His visa was cancelled at the airport because he had not completed the full course of vaccination required to enter the country. Djokovic provided a medical withdrawal from vaccination in the visa, but did not provide a justification for it, which was the reason for the cancellation of the visa. The athlete should have been deported immediately, but his lawyers filed an appeal. The first racket of the world waited for the court's decision for four days - in a hotel for migrants. As a result, the court overturned the decision to cancel the visa and let the athlete into Australia, but the authorities can still prevent the tennis player from the tournament, which will begin on January 17.

For Novak Djokovic, the Australian Open tournament is a landmark: he has won it nine times, a new victory will make him the record holder for the number of victories in Grand Slam tournaments in men's singles.

I think it is important to discuss this misinformation, but I will not comment further out of respect for the Australian authorities. It is always an honor for me to play at the Australian Open. Right now I just want to be able to compete with the best players on the court and perform in front of some of the best fans in the world,

- Djokovic wrote on Instagram.

More in the section Celebrity

Guy Pearce has again accused Kevin Spacey of harassing and "stalking" him
Celebrity

Guy Pearce has again accused Kevin Spacey of harassing and "stalking" him

In 2023, the court dropped all charges against Spacey.

Jared Leto Meets Yura Borisov and Mark Eidelstein
Celebrity

Jared Leto Meets Yura Borisov and Mark Eidelstein

The actors had fun together at a party in London.

Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
Celebrity

Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

The choice was criticized online.

Winnie Harlow Announces Engagement to Boyfriend Kyle Kuzma
Celebrity

Winnie Harlow Announces Engagement to Boyfriend Kyle Kuzma

The athlete made a dream proposal - on a private jet with an 8.5-carat diamond ring.

Margaret Qualley, Ethan Hawke and Benedict Cumberbatch at the premiere of Blue Moon
Celebrity

Margaret Qualley, Ethan Hawke and Benedict Cumberbatch at the premiere of Blue Moon

The Berlinale festival continues in Germany.

Elon Musk's father says billionaire is to blame for his firstborn's death
Celebrity

Elon Musk's father says billionaire is to blame for his firstborn's death

Elon Musk's first child died in infancy from sudden infant death syndrome.

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky React to Court Ruling in Rapper's Case
Celebrity

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky React to Court Ruling in Rapper's Case

The rapper was found not guilty, although he faced 24 years in prison.

Court rules on Rihanna's boyfriend A$AP Rocky case, singer cries in court
Celebrity

Court rules on Rihanna's boyfriend A$AP Rocky case, singer cries in court

The father of the singer's two children faced up to 24 years in prison.

Serena Williams posts bikini photo amid Ozempic crush rumours
Celebrity

Serena Williams posts bikini photo amid Ozempic crush rumours

The athlete has long been suspected of using popular weight loss drugs.

Elon Musk's alleged mother of 13th child gives first interview, claims he forced her to hide pregnancy
Celebrity

Elon Musk's alleged mother of 13th child gives first interview, claims he forced her to hide pregnancy

Elon Musk has not yet confirmed that the child is his.


Guy Pearce has again accused Kevin Spacey of harassing and "stalking" him
Celebrity

Guy Pearce has again accused Kevin Spacey of harassing and "stalking" him

Jared Leto Meets Yura Borisov and Mark Eidelstein
Celebrity

Jared Leto Meets Yura Borisov and Mark Eidelstein

Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
Celebrity

Cynthia Erivo to Play Jesus in 'Jesus Christ Superstar'

Winnie Harlow Announces Engagement to Boyfriend Kyle Kuzma
Celebrity

Winnie Harlow Announces Engagement to Boyfriend Kyle Kuzma

Margaret Qualley, Ethan Hawke and Benedict Cumberbatch at the premiere of Blue Moon
Celebrity

Margaret Qualley, Ethan Hawke and Benedict Cumberbatch at the premiere of Blue Moon

Elon Musk's father says billionaire is to blame for his firstborn's death
Celebrity

Elon Musk's father says billionaire is to blame for his firstborn's death

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky React to Court Ruling in Rapper's Case
Celebrity

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky React to Court Ruling in Rapper's Case

Court rules on Rihanna's boyfriend A$AP Rocky case, singer cries in court
Celebrity

Court rules on Rihanna's boyfriend A$AP Rocky case, singer cries in court

Serena Williams posts bikini photo amid Ozempic crush rumours
Celebrity

Serena Williams posts bikini photo amid Ozempic crush rumours

Elon Musk's alleged mother of 13th child gives first interview, claims he forced her to hide pregnancy
Celebrity

Elon Musk's alleged mother of 13th child gives first interview, claims he forced her to hide pregnancy

Milla Jovovich poses for the cover of Vogue
Celebrity

Milla Jovovich poses for the cover of Vogue

Korean actress Kim Sae Ron has died at 24
Celebrity

Korean actress Kim Sae Ron has died at 24

Meghan Markle Shows Off Her Daughter in Her Brand Ad
Celebrity

Meghan Markle Shows Off Her Daughter in Her Brand Ad

"She's Becomes Like Bianca." Kim Kardashian Dressed Like Bianca Censori Again and Faces Criticism
Celebrity

"She's Becomes Like Bianca." Kim Kardashian Dressed Like Bianca Censori Again and Faces Criticism

The Internet is discussing that Kylie Jenner "ruined" Timothée Chalamet's appearance
Celebrity

The Internet is discussing that Kylie Jenner "ruined" Timothée Chalamet's appearance

Vittoria Ceretti Posts Topless Vacation Photos
Celebrity

Vittoria Ceretti Posts Topless Vacation Photos

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Jared Leto attend a fashion party in "naked" looks
Celebrity

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Jared Leto attend a fashion party in "naked" looks

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco buy a house together
Celebrity

Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco buy a house together

Bianca Censori's sister has published new photos, once again repeating her images
Celebrity

Bianca Censori's sister has published new photos, once again repeating her images

"There really is a problem." Vladislav Lisovets commented on the news that he has stage four cancer
Celebrity

"There really is a problem." Vladislav Lisovets commented on the news that he has stage four cancer