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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
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Robert Hynes

Novak Djokovic will not defend Wimbledon or French Open titles if mandatory jabs required

Novak Djokovic says he will not defend his Wimbledon or French Open titles if the tournaments require mandatory vaccination for competitors.

“Yes, that is the price that I’m willing to pay,” the world number one told the BBC when asked if he would sacrifice participating in the competitions.

“I say that everybody has the right to choose or act or say or feel whatever is appropriate for them.”

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