Novak Djokovic has been warned that he may be involved in a “difficult situation” after his latest attempt to compete at the Indian Wells Masters. The Serb is currently banned from the US until May because unvaccinated travelers are unable to enter the country, which would prevent him from competing in both the Indian Wells and Miami Masters.
Joe Biden’s government has extended its emergency Covid restrictions to May 11, ensuring that Djokovic cannot compete in next month’s event but can be allowed into the country at the US Open in August and September. Djokovic’s brother, Djorje, explained that the 22-time tournament winner hopes to compete in the Masters 1000 events through a special permit.
“It’s something that is unfortunately not in our hands,” Djokovic’s younger brother told Tanyoung. “Novak has to get a special pass, considering the US still doesn’t allow unvaccinated people in, which is simply incredible because the whole world is open and sporting events are being held all over the world with vaccinated and unvaccinated athletes.”
However, former player Prakash Amritraj explained that the request could present a “difficult situation” regardless of whether Djokovic was granted permission to compete in the California event.
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Many feel Djokovic should be able to travel to the US, including Indian Wells tournament director Tommy Haas who claimed it would be a “shame” if the world No. 1 was banned from competing although the 35-year-old has repeatedly his position The desire to compete.
“It would be nice to see if we can lift it up [restrictions] A little earlier and make him come play Indian Wells and Miami,” Haas told Tennis 365.
“I think he wants to play, so we have to give him a chance. Hopefully we can get him there. I mean, it would be a shame in my eyes if he didn’t come to these events, or he wasn’t allowed to come.”
