Novak Djokovic: CONI President Malagó does not want number one in the world to start at the Masters in Rome

“The message would just be wrong. Every day I receive messages from mothers and fathers who complain that their children are not allowed to play sports because of the rules,” said Malagó.

According to the current regulations, however, Djokovic’s participation in the prestigious tournament in the Italian capital seems anything but impossible.

The former Italian foil fencer and current Secretary of State for Sport, Valentina Vezzali, recently emphasized to “La Repubblica” that vaccination is not compulsory.

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Djokovic had only recently made it clear that he would not be vaccinated against the corona virus for the time being. He would even accept missing further tournaments – including Grand Slams.

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However, there could be problems with the accommodation of the 34-year-old in Rome. In Italy, proof of vaccination or recovery is currently required to enter hotels and restaurants. “It is not a matter of course that you shower, sleep and eat in a camper,” Malagó continues.

Djokovic’s possible participation in the ATP Masters in Rome had already received a lot of media attention in the recent past. “My personal opinion of Djokovic does not change and I repeat it again: for me he either gets vaccinated or he stays at home better,” former French Open champion Adriano Panatta told the Adnkronos news agency, emphasizing:

“The Australian Open, for example, was a great tournament even without him. The same goes for the Internazionali di Roma, who would still be a great success even in his absence.”

Djokovic is currently serving at the ATP tournament in Dubai, where he will face Olympic silver medalist Karen Khachanov in the round of 16 on Wednesday (4:00 p.m. in the live ticker).
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