Novak Djokovic has voiced concerns about the impact of the devastating wildfires in Australia on tennis’ season-opening major, saying organizers may have to consider delaying the tournament if conditions around Melbourne deteriorate.
Djokovic said the players’ council for the men’s tour “would discuss it for sure” if conditions get worse, adding that players had in the past dealt with poor air quality at some tournaments in China and elsewhere, “but this is something different.”
“Obviously first and foremost it’s been so sad to see everything that’s been going on … just being here you realize just the extent of what’s going on,” he said. “Obviously, sort of distant second is us and … our air quality and being able to perform. Tennis players, other athletes and celebrities are among thousands of people already pledging money to help with the bushfire recovery, with Australian Nick Kyrgios donating 200 Australian dollars for every ace he hits this month.
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