Novak Djokovic, who last week sealed his seventh Wimbledon title, has 21 Grand Slam wins against his name. The Serb needs one more to equal Rafael Nadal’s world record and can achieve the feat at the US Open, if he participates. 

All overseas players will need to provide proof of vaccination, as per the US immigration rules, to participate in the US Open. Djokovic recently said that he has no plans of getting vaccinated against the coronavirus. 

Also read: Novak Djokovic opens up on retirement, pressure and a ‘tough 2022’

“I’m not vaccinated and I’m not planning to get vaccinated. So the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter the United States or exemption,” the World No 7 said. 

However, days later, he has dropped a huge hint on social media that he might be at the event afterall. His Wimbledon 2022 opponent Nick Kyrgios reminded Djokovic of the dinner the latter promised after the All England final, to which the Serb said they’ll do it in New York City, where the US Open is held. 

Also read: Novak Djokovic wins 7th Wimbledon: Final in pictures

Kyrgios said, “Where is my dinner!!!!!!”, before Djokovic responded: “Sorry mate. I called all the restaurants in London on Sunday night and there was no tables available. Dinner is on my in NYC,” followed by a series of emojis including a shocked face, a prayer and crossed fingers.

Novak Djokovic was deported from Australia due to the controversey surrounding his COVID vaccination status. However, recent developments in Melbourne suggest that he will participate there next here. 

The Australian governement, recently, lifted the ban on unvaccinated foreigners. 

Also read: Will Novak Djokovic go past Rafael Nadal’s 22? GOAT debate is open again

“I think we are doing our best. Of course, it’s not my decision whether he will be able to play at the Australian Open, but Novak is always welcome, he knows that many people in Australia like to watch him play,” Australian Open’s director said. 

After being deported from Australia this year, Djoko lost in Dubai, Monaco, his home-turf Serbia, Madrid, Italy and France. He managed to go all the way at Wimbledon.