Novak Djokovic

American swimmer Michael Andrew will be allowed to compete in the Duel in the Pool swimming event, one which gets underway on Friday in Sydney.

I'm just here to swim as fast as possible." "I was never against vaccination. [Novak Djokovic](https://www.marca.com/en/tennis/novak-djokovic.html) was deported in January for not being vaccinated. "I'm trying to be in tune with my body as much as I possibly can. "I'm just trying to swim fast and show people the passion and purpose I have for my sport. "I'm not trying to be that guy," Andrew told the Inside with Brett Hawke podcast.

Taylor Fritz spoke about Novak Djokovic in a press conference, and has defended his comments after receiving criticism on social media.

Taylor Fritz was torn apart on social media after something he said was interpreted the wrong way and he clarified what he meant. The American played a ...

Amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding Novak Djokovic's unvaccinated status against COVID-19, Taylor Fritz is the latest to comment on the issue.

In his first-round match, the American defeated Argentine Sebastian Baez in straight sets. 6-2 in just 51 minutes in the second round of the Western and Southern Open. The 13th-ranked American hit a staggering 16 aces, compared to just seven from the in-form World No. So it does seem like what's the harm of letting the best player in the world come play the US Open. So I see both sides of the argument. After putting forth his point of view, Fritz joked about how suitable it would be for other players if Djokovic were to miss the tournament.

American star Taylor Fritz recently gave his opinion on the much talked about debate of Novak Djokovic getting exceptions for the US Open.

Let us know your views in the comments below. Adding on to it, he further said, “Novak is one of the only people on tour that I have never beaten.” Novak Djokovic is one of a handful of players on the tour who has a winning head-to-head record against almost every player. So I see both sides of the argument, to be honest.” But like I said, at the same time, it’s conflicting…” ADVERTISEMENT

World No 13 Taylor Fritz waded in on the controversial issue surrounding Novak Djokovic and his unvaccinated stance.

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