After long speculation on his chances to play in the US Open, Novak Djokovic withdrew from the tournament. The 35-year-old has made it long clear that he is not going to get vaccinated for Covid-19. Former American tennis star, Andy Roddick, also gave his opinion on the situation.

Djokovic’s strong stand against the vaccination has barred him from entering in yet another Grand Slam tournament. He earlier missed out on the Australian Open as well.

Andy Roddick on vaccination stand of Novak Djokovic

Former tennis star, Andy Roddick, appeared in a question-answer session with the New York Post. He discussed various aspects of the upcoming US Open. Speaking about Djokovic and his chances to play in the US Open, the 39-year-old said,

“I think it’s unfortunate that he can’t play. But the writing has been on the wall, and he’s making a choice. I think we all deal with the consequences of our given choice.” 

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He further added, “I think a tournament would be better for having him in it. But I also don’t know that it’s the U.S. Open or the USTA’s place to kind of override government policy. I think it’s ridiculous for anyone in general fandom to expect that of a tennis tournament.”

Djokovic’s wife slams journalist for criticizing his vaccination stand

Novak Djokovic’s wife, Jelena, was not impressed with the tweet from Tennis journalist, Ben Rothenberg, who earlier stated that the Wimbledon Championships 2022 could be the last Grand Slam for the Serb. Further, he called Djokovic, ‘anti-vax posterboy.’

Taking offense at the remark, Jelena took to her Twitter account to slam the journalist calling his opinion judgmental and fueling an agenda against the tennis star.

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Notably, the world has been divided over Djokovic’s stand. While many believe that it is important to follow the government guidelines, a few still want to see Djokovic play in the US Open. What’s your take on the matter? Let us know your opinion in the comments section below. Pronto done.