Djokovic Likely to Play in French Open

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PUBLISHED Jan 04 22UPDATED Aug 04, 2022

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The Facts

Novak Djokovic is likely to defend his title in May's French Open after the French government announced vaccine passports will no longer be needed to access venues from 14 March.
The #1 ranked tennis player was deported from Australia after immigration minister Alex Hawke canceled his visa, ending his bid to win the Australian Open.

The Spin

Right narrative

Djokovic's Australian deportation revealed a hysteric fear of vaccine skepticism. With a 94% French vaccination rates, the rule relaxation will only improve life and the economy for the French.

Novak Djokovic could play in France under latest vaccine rules

FOX NewsJan 24, 2022

Left narrative

Djokovic is using his status as a public figure to spread dangerous anti-vaxx sentiment - his example threatens the health of people more medically vunerable than him.

Opinion : Novak Djokovic puts more people than himself in danger

Washington PostJan 08, 2022

Political split

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RIGHT

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Washington Post

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More neutral political stance articles

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