Still unable to compete in ATP Tour events on U.S. soil because of his vaccination status, men’s tennis icon Novak Djokovic has begun pulling out of upcoming domestic tournaments.
As a result, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has emerged as an ally — or in this case, first mate — in trying to help the 22-time Grand Slam champion sail around the governmental restrictions.
DeSantis, who on Tuesday sent a letter to President Joe Biden asking for a way to get Djokovic into the country for this month’s Miami Open, now has suggested getting the Serbian star onto Florida soil by sea if not by air.
