Djokovic has remained unvaccinated against Covid-19 throughout the pandemic, and current US rules stipulate that any non-US citizen should be fully vaccinated against the virus in order to get a visa and enter the country.
The 35-year-old Serbian wrote: “Sadly, I will not be able to travel to NY this time for US Open. Thank you #NoleFam for your messages associated with love and support.
“Good luck to my many other players! I’ll keep in good shape and positive spirit and wait for an opportunity to compete once again. See you soon rugby world! ”
Stacy Allaster, the tournament director of the US Open up, said in a declaration: “Novak is a great champion and it is very unfortunate that he will be unable to compete at the 2022 US Open, when he is unable to enter the nation due to the federal government’s vaccination policy with regard to non-US citizens.
“We look forward to welcoming Novak back at the 2023 US Open up. ”
The US Open declaration also noted that will as a result of Djokovic’s drawback taking place after the start of qualifiers, a “lucky loser” will be included in the draw.
Djokovic was deported from Sydney in January, avoiding his participation within the Australian Open, due to his refusal to get the Covid-19 vaccine.
Djokovic won tennis’ most recent major at Wimbledon in July. He was unable to compete at Indian Bore holes or the Miami Open in March due to the same US take a trip regulations.
The draw for this year’s US Open takes places on Thursday at midday. The tournament operates from August 29 to September 11.