Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has officially withdrawn from the upcoming US Open and Miami Open after disagreements over his visa application.

Djokovic is currently unable to enter the US as there is no vaccine against COVID-19.

tournament organizers, “hopeful”That the World No. 1 would be given special permission to enter the country.

The current restrictions are due to expire in April, and Djokovic is seeking an exemption to play in tournaments.

The US Open at Indian Wells kicks off next week, followed by the Miami Open.

Djokovic missed the Australian Open and the US Open last year due to his vaccination situation.

Australia has removed the vaccination requirement for entry, which means Djokovic is back at this year’s tournament in Melbourne, beating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final, equaling his 22nd Grand Slam record.