Unvaccinated players to be banned from Australian Open

Unvaccinated players will not be allowed to compete at the 2022 Australian Open, says tournament director Craig Tiley.  There had been confusion over the issue in recent months with contradictory statements from leading Australian politicians.  Defending men’s champion Novak Djokovic has said he does not want to reveal his vaccination status publicly.  Tiley also confirmed […]

Unvaccinated players will not be allowed to compete at the 2022 Australian Open, says tournament director Craig Tiley. 

There had been confusion over the issue in recent months with contradictory statements from leading Australian politicians. 

Defending men’s champion Novak Djokovic has said he does not want to reveal his vaccination status publicly. 

Tiley also confirmed that the tournament, which runs from 17-30 January in Melbourne, would be played in front of capacity crowds.