Novak Djokovic on Nick Kyrgios’ support over vaccination stance: ‘That was unexpected’
Novak Djokovic has welcomed Nick Kyrgios’ “unexpected” backing over his stance on freedom of choice when it comes to vaccinations.
World No 1 Djokovic has made it clear that he is not in favour of vaccine mandates with the 20-time Grand Slam winner insisting that he will not reveal his Covid-19 vaccine status.
It has raised question marks over his participation at next year’s Australian Open as the Victoria Premier Dan Andrews is adamant that only double-vaxxed players will granted visas to play at the tournament.
Earlier this week Djokovic received support from an unexpected source in Kyrgios as the Australian said it was “morally wrong” to force unvaccinated players to have the Covid jab, although he did make a U-turn on the issue later.
Nick Kyrgios says Australian Open should be cancelled as he also backs Novak Djokovic’s vaccination stance
The Serbian, though, was asked about Kyrgios’ views and replied: “That was unexpected knowing what was coming from him towards me in the last couple of years.
“But this time I must agree with him that the freedom of choice is essential for everyone, whether it’s me or somebody else.
“Doesn’t really matter whether it’s vaccination or anything else in life. You should have the freedom to choose, to decide what you want to do. In this particular case, what you want to put in your body.”
Latest
-
WimbledonNick Kyrgios’ dad unimpressed by Wimbledon double standards while his brother defends ‘trash talk’
Nick Kyrgios “trash talk” defended by his brother.
-
Wimbledon‘Wimbledon chiefs fuming’ after WTA ‘secretly’ fine AELTC and LTA for banning Russian players
Fresh twist to the drama surrounding the banning of Russian and Belarusian players from Wimbledon.
-
WimbledonWimbledon day eight: Follow the action from SW19 with Tennis365’s live scores and results centre here…
Catch the action from Wimbledon with our live scores and results centre…
-
WimbledonNovak Djokovic hopes son Stefan follows in his footsteps, but ‘it’s too early to speak about it’
Like father like son for Novak Djokovic and Stefan?
-
WimbledonJannik Sinner on fledgling rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz: ‘Great level of tennis, great attitude from both of us’
The battle between two of the biggest prospect in tennis did not disappoint on Centre Court.
-
Wimbledon‘Nick Kyrgios has brought tennis to the lowest level with his cheating, manipulation, abuse,’ says Pat Cash
“It’s gone too far now,” says Pat Cash about Nick Kyrgios’ antics.
-
WimbledonVenus Williams and Jamie Murray exit Wimbledon mixed doubles after losing thrilling final-set tie-breaker
Britain’s Jonny O’Mara and Alicia Barnett won a marathon final-set tie-break.
-
WimbledonOns Jabeur after reaching Wimbledon quarter-final: ‘I really want the title’
Ons Jabeur wants to go all the way at Wimbledon.
-
WimbledonFines revealed for Stefanos Tsitsipas and Nick Kyrgios after bitter Wimbledon grudge match
Stefanos Tsitsipas has been given the biggest fine of Wimbledon so far for unsportsmanlike conduct
-
WimbledonWimbledon botch scheduling but Novak Djokovic comes through late in the day
Play did not start for the day on Centre Court until 14:24, due to a centenary celebration.