Novak Djokovic says he will make his mind up about whether he defends his Australian Open title when an official decision is made regarding the rules surrounding players and COVID-19 vaccinations. 

The World No. 1 added he would be making no further comment until then as he does not want to be part of the story revolving around assumptions. There have been mixed messages over who will be allowed to play in the first Grand Slam of next year which runs from January 17-30 in Melbourne.