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  • There is nothing to stop Djokovic returning to the courts: French Open director
  • Russian Tennis star Daniil Medvedev will be allowed to compete in this year's French Open as a neutral athlete

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French Open 2022: Novak Djokovic expected to defend his title, Medvedev to compete as a neutral athlete

French Open organisers are ready to allow Novak Djokovic to defend his title even if the Serbian is not vaccinated as long as the Covid-19 situation in France remains stable

French Open 2022: Novak Djokovic expected to defend his title, Medvedev to compete as a neutral athlete

French Open organisers are ready to allow Novak Djokovic to defend his title even if the Serbian is not vaccinated as long as the Covid-19 situation in France remains stable.

“At this stage, there is nothing to stop him returning to the courts," French Open director Amelie Mauresmo said.

France lifted many restrictions this week and even allowed unvaccinated people back into restaurants, sports arenas and other venues.

Also read: Here's why Roger Federer is unlikely to participate in Wimbledon 2022

In another development, Russian Tennis star Daniil Medvedev will be allowed to compete at Roland-Garros as a neutral athlete given his country is under various sanctions for waging a war against Ukraine.

This year's French Open is set to begin on May 22.

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