Novak Djokovic’s dilemma: get a vaccine or don’t play tennis

An opposition to vaccinations could force the men’s tennis world No.1 to make a major decision

Novak Djokovic won his 17th grand slam at the 2020 Australian Open
Novak Djokovic won his 17th grand slam at the 2020 Australian Open
(Image credit: William West/AFP via Getty Images)

World No.1 Novak Djokovic has thrown tennis into further turmoil by saying his return could be compromised by his opposition to vaccinations.

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