Italian Open: Italy Sports Minister says, Novak Djokovic can compete despite no vaccination- Italian Sports Minister Valentina Vezzali has said world number one Novak Djokovic would be allowed to participate in the Italian Open as outdoor events do not require a person to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Follow Italian Open updates on Insidesport.IN
Djokovic said on Tuesday he was prepared to miss Grand Slams such as the French Open and Wimbledon rather than have a COVID-19 jab after he was deported shortly before the Australian Open due to his unvaccinated status.
Italian Open: Italy Sports Minister clears the road for World No. 1, says Novak Djokovic can compete despite no vaccination
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“It is an outdoor sport and the tighter green pass is not required,” Vezzali told Italian newspaper Libero on Thursday.
“So if Djokovic wants to come to Italy to play, he will be able to do so. Maybe without visiting hotels and restaurants.”
Earlier this month, Italy’s government lifted an obligation to wear masks outdoors under most circumstances in response to an improving coronavirus situation.
The Italian Open is set to take place in Rome from May 2-15. Australian Open champion Rafa Nadal beat Djokovic in last year’s final in Rome.
Italian Open: Italy Sports Minister clears the road for World No. 1, says Novak Djokovic can compete despite no vaccination
