Time is running out for the world No 1 to confirm participation at the year’s first major
But there has been speculation Djokovic could apply for a medical exemption to play as he eyes a record-breaking 21st grand slam title.But Tiley says the clock is ticking on whether the nine-time Australian Open winner defends his title, with the tournament getting underway on January 17.
“We’ve still got a few charter flights coming in until the end of this week and then all the players will be here,” Tiley told the Nine Network. “As far as the status relates to Novak, I think we’ll have a much clearer picture in the coming days otherwise it’s getting pretty late to show up and play the Australian Open.Tennis Australia last month released its Covid-19 vaccination protocols for the Open, including the process for players seeking medical exemptions.
Djokovic’s Spanish rival Rafael Nadal, who is tied with the Serbian and Roger Federer on 20 grand slam titles, recently arrived in Melbourne after recovering from contracting COVID-19 last month.
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