Novak Djokovic: I'm not anti-vax but will sacrifice trophies if told to get jab

[Eugene]

Source: BBC

Novak Djokovic: I’m not anti-vax but will sacrifice trophies if told to get jab

Amol Rajan
Media editor
@amolrajanon Twitter

15 February 2022

Novak Djokovic has said he would rather miss out on future tennis trophies than be forced to get a Covid vaccine.

Speaking exclusively to the BBC, he said he should not be associated with the anti-vax movement, but supported an individual's right to choose.

Djokovic was asked if he would sacrifice taking part in competitions such as Wimbledon and the French Open over his stance on the vaccine.

"Yes, that is the price that I'm willing to pay," he said.

The 20-times Grand Slam winner was deported from Australia last month after the government cancelled his visa in a row over his vaccine status.

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Read more: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-60354068

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Fine, then stay home.

[Blue Owl]

1. I think Herman Cain might have a trophy waiting for Mr. Djokovik

[DURHAM D]

2. The stupid it burns. nt

[OnDoutside]

3. Covidiot.

[tishaLA]

4. I hope Macron keeps the COVID rules in place

so he can't play Roland Garros, either, not that he'd have much of a chance against Rafa there. BoJo, on the other hand, will probably invite him to #10 for drinks.

[Maraya1969]

5. At this point I think it is mostly stubbornness that keeps them going. eom

[Arkansas Granny]

8. Yes, I think you're right. They can't/won't admit to being wrong,

but willing to risk their lives to defend their ignorance.

[DeeDeeNY]

9. Willing to risk their lives to defend their ignorance

You have stated this perfectly!

[elias7]

6. If told... the reason you're being told is because you just won't do the right thing

I.e. what’s best medical policy for protecting all citizens, not just thinking about yourself. Take one for the team and vaccinate. Save a life or twelve, end the pandemic sooner.

[BlueMTexpat]

7. Truly a selfish POS!

Despite his undeniable talent, he will NEVER rank among the "greats" nor be as universally loved as many others always will be!

[FelineOverlord]

10. Ryanair (!) responds

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