Djokovic Miami Open: Novak Djokovic is still hopeful of entering the Miami Open next month. The World No.1 is trying his best to enter USA and feature in the Masters 1000 event despite his non-vaccination status. His coach Goran Ivanisevic has recently hinted that the Serbian has still not closed the chapter. He still awaits the official clearance to play in the tournament. Follow Tennis News and LIVE updates on InsideSport.IN
Djokovic Miami Open: Novak Djokovic’s coach Goran Ivanisevic still hopeful of Miami Open, says ‘We haven’t given up’ – Check Out
The 22-time Grand Slam champion was forced to withdraw from the ongoing Indian Wells Masters last week. His request to give him special permit to participate in the tournament was denied by the US. Officials. The 35-year old however has still not given up. He is trying to make his way into the Miami Open that is set to begin from 22nd March.
The U.S. currently bars unvaccinated foreigners from entry into the country. The policy is expected to be lifted when the government ends its COVID-19 emergency declarations on May 11.
After winning the Australian Open this year, Djokovic next targets the French Open. Ivanisevic says the primary focus for Djokovic is the upcoming clay court season. “Although, in terms of preparing for the European clay court season, I’m not sure playing in Miami is the best solution. It depends on Novak – in the past he has triumphed in Monte Carlo having played in Indian Wells and Miami,” added Ivanisevic.
If Djokovic is not allowed to enter Miami, he will next be seen in action at the Monte Carlo Masters. The clay court ATP 1000 event will get underway from 9th April. The World No.1 is also facing a threat to his No.1 ranking from Carlos Alcaraz and Stefanos Tsitsipas. If any one of them wins the sunshine double, then Djokovic will slide down to the second spot in the rankings.
Djokovic Miami Open: Novak Djokovic’s coach Goran Ivanisevic still hopeful of Miami Open, says ‘We haven’t given up’ – Check Out
