Tennis Australia denies seeking loopholes for unvaccinated players as Novak Djokovic included in draw

Australian Open organisers say all players, participants and staff' must be vaccinated as Djokovic, who has not revealed his vaccination status, is included in tournament draw

Tennis Australia has hit back at suggestions it is seeking to exploit a loophole" in border entry rules so unvaccinated players can compete in the upcoming Australian Open, as it included Novak Djokovic in the draw for the January grand slam.

Djokovic's inclusion in the tournament draw, which was released on Wednesday afternoon, followed intense speculation about the world No 1's ability to enter the country.

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