Karine Jean-Pierre dodges question on unvaxxed tennis player Djokovic: 'Abide by our country's rule'

09.03.2023 - 15:09 foxnews.com

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reacted Wednesday to a question on tennis superstar Novak Djokovic and his vaccination status.

Tennis superstar Novak Djokovic was the subject of debate Wednesday after one reporter asked White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre to respond to calls for Djokovic to be allowed to play in the U.S.

Djokovic, the number one ranked tennis player in the world, has been denied entry to the United States, seemingly as a result of his refusal to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

When asked to respond to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ recent calls for Djokovic to be allowed to compete in the Miami Open tennis tournament, Jean-Pierre referred the reporter to the CDC. "So, on a question of regarding the vaccination requirement, I would refer you to the CDC.

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Djokovic to miss Miami Open over lack of Covid vaccination

Novak Djokovic will not play at the Miami Open after failing to receive a waiver to enter the United States despite not being vaccinated for Covid-19.

Novak Djokovic denied COVID-19 vaccine exemption, will not compete at Miami Open

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