Novak Djokovic has been formally denied a vaccine exemption for the Miami Open regardless of a push from some high-ranking political officers in Florida.
Event director James Blake confirmed the result Friday in an interview with Tennis Channel and expressed disappointment with the choice that can stop Djokovic from making an attempt to say his seventh Miami Open title.
“Clearly, we’re one of many premier tournaments on the earth,” Blake informed Tennis Channel, in line with Reuters. “We’d prefer to have the perfect gamers that may play. We did all that we may. We tried to speak to the federal government, however that’s out of our fingers.”
Djokovic’s denial stemmed from the US protocol that forestalls unvaccinated vacationers from coming into the nation, Reuters reported, and his consultant declined any additional remark concerning the absence.
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No. 1 ATP tennis participant Novak Djokovic was denied a vaccine exemption for the Miami Open.Getty Photographs Novak Djokovic gained 15 consecutive matches to begin 2023 earlier than falling within the Dubai Championships semifinals.Getty Photographs
The 35-year-old has been surrounded by vaccine controversies all through the previous 15 months, and the Miami Open gained’t mark the primary time Djokovic — presently No. 1 within the males’s ATP rankings — has missed a match because of his vaccination standing.
Djokovic withdrew from the BNP Paribas Open, an occasion that began March 8 and runs by Sunday in Indian Wells, Ca., and he additionally didn’t take part within the 2022 Australian Open and U.S Open.
However within the weeks main as much as this yr’s Miami Open, the place the lads’s singles start March 22, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis publicly called on President Joe Biden to “elevate your restrictions and let him compete.”
“The one factor preserving Novak Djokovic from collaborating within the Miami Open tennis match is President Biden’s misguided and unscientific COVID-19 vaccination requirement for foreigner [sic] vacationers,” DeSantis tweeted March 7, attaching photos of his two-page letter.
Novak Djokovic additionally missed the BNP Paribas Open and the 2022 Australian Open because of vaccine controversies.Getty Photographs Novak Djokovic, pictured after claiming the 2015 Miami Open, has gained the occasion six occasions.Tribune Information Service through Getty Photographs
Senators Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) additionally expressed assist for Djokovic receiving the vaccine exemption, in line with Reuters.
Djokovic, a Serbia native, regained his No. 1 rating after claiming the Australian Open title in January, and it was later revealed that he performed by a three-centimeter tear in his left hamstring.
In his most up-to-date match, Djokovic fell to Daniil Medvedev within the Dubai Championships semifinals, struggling his first lack of 2023 after 15 consecutive victories.
Tyler Johnson most recently played in the NBA during the 2021-22 season when he was a member of the San Antonio Spurs and Philadelphia 76ers.
The 33-year-old has also spent time playing overseas.
Jan 14, 2022; San Antonio, Texas, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Anthony Lamb (35) and guard Tyler Johnson (28) share laughs before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images / Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
On Wednesday, Fresno State Men’s Basketball announced that Johnson will join their coaching staff (h/t Alberto De Roa of HoopsHype).
Via gobulldogs.com: “FRESNO, Calif. – Fresno State men’s basketball head coach Vance Walberg is proud to announce the addition of former Bulldog standout and NBA veteran Tyler Johnson to the Bulldogs’ coaching staff as an assistant coach.”
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With the news, Johnson’s playing career has likely come to an end.
Johnson played eight NBA seasons.
He is most known for his time with the Miami Heat where he spent part of five years.
Dec 30, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Tyler Johnson (8) points as he dribbles the ball during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-Imagn Images / Kim Klement-Imagn Images
In 2016, Johnson landed a $50 million contract as an undrafted player.
Via AP’s Tim Reynolds (on July 10, 2016): “365 days ago, Tyler Johnson had a busted jaw, a partially guaranteed contract and a most uncertain future.
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Tonight: $50 million from Miami.”
During the 2017 season, Johnson averaged 13.7 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 43.3% from the field and 37.2% from the three-point range in 73 games.
He also spent time with the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns (in addition to the 76ers, Spurs and Heat).
Johnson finished his NBA career (eight seasons) with averages of 9.8 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists per contest while shooting 42.6% from the field and 36.0% from the three-point range in 354 games.
On May 20, new evidence was presented to the jury during Sean “Diddy” Combs’ ongoing trial in New York City. The jurors were presented with photos of AR-15 rifle parts, bottles of baby oil, lube, 7-inch high heels and more items that were found during the raid of the rap mogul’s Miami Beach mansion in 2024.
Scroll through to see all the evidence photos presented during the trial.
It’s the second week of Sean “Diddy” Combs’ racketeering and sex-trafficking trial. Getty Images
Combs’ Miami Beach mansion that was raided in March 25, 2024. Department of Justice
Combs’ Miami Beach mansion that was raided in March 25, 2024. Department of Justice
Combs’ Miami Beach mansion that was raided in March 25, 2024. Department of Justice
A stack of King Pam cigars found inside of Combs’ Miami home during the March 25, 2024, raids. Department of Justice
A 45-caliber pistol found in Combs’ Miami home during the March 25, 2024, raids. Department of Justice
A pistol feds discovered when they raided Combs’ Miami home in March 2024. Department of Justice
A green box labeled “Diddy” found in the rap mogul’s Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
Marijuana and other containers found inside of the green box labeled “Diddy.” Department of Justice
Papers used for rolling joints found inside of Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
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A peek inside Combs’ closet, featuring several items of clothing and drawers with sex toys inside. Department of Justice
A box of bullets found in Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
A clear, plastic bag with gun parts and gold bullets inside found at Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
A $100 bill. Department of Justice
A plastic bag filled with multi-colored pills. Department of Justice
More drugs found inside Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
Orange pills with the letters “CIP” inscribed over them. Department of Justice
A bag of pink narcotics. Department of Justice
A small container filled with white powder and a rolled-up $100 bill. Department of Justice
Gold bullets inside of a case. Department of Justice
A close-up of a gun. Department of Justice
Another close-up of a gun that shows the serial number was scratched off. It also featured a skull image. Department of Justice
Multiple guns found in Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
Several shoe boxes filled with platform high-heels. Department of Justice
Combs’ bathroom mirror, which has several sayings written over it, including, “Love you daddy” and “you a legend.” Department of Justice
More high-heels found in Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
A close-up of black platform heels. Department of Justice
A box of clear platform heels and a box of lingerie. Department of Justice
Red platform high-heels inside of a drawer, along with sex toys. Department of Justice
Bottles of lube and baby oil found in Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
Black rain boots and three cell phones that were reportedly found inside of the shoes. Department of Justice
A close-up of the shoes hidden inside of the boots. Department of Justice
The black rain boots placed in front of Combs’ shoe closet. Department of Justice
Part of Combs’ shoe closet inside of his Miami home. Department of Justice
A black Gucci bag that allegedly had narcotics inside of it. Department of Justice
A close-up of the different pills inside of the Gucci bag. Department of Justice
Combs’ dresser inside of his Miami home, which featured dildos, baby oil multivitamins and several other items. Department of Justice
A box of Vital Honey, an FDA-approved drug used to treat erectile disfunction. Department of Justice
More containers fileld with baby oil and lube, including one box that had rubber duckies inside of it. Department of Justice
A closet filled with white towels inside of Combs’ Miami home. Department of Justice
A package filled with “Golden Teachers,” which are psychedelic mushrooms. Department of Justice
Clutter around Combs’ Miami home during the March 2024 raids. Department of Justice
A wooden box that read “Puffy” over it. Department of Justice
More clear bags of baby oil and lube. Department of Justice
Bottles of baby oil inside of a tub. Department of Justice
Lube, cream, a lighter and pills inside of a drawer. Department of Justice
A drawer with pills and plastic bags scattered around. Department of Justice
A prescription bottle and pieces of candy inside of a drawer. Department of Justice
Pink powdered drugs inside of packets and a prescription bottle. Department of Justice
A prescription bottle for Clonazepam, a drug typically used to treat seizures. Department of Justice
MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, FLA. (WSVN) – More travelers will soon be able to travel through Miami International Airport after Miami-Dade County Commissioners approved an expansion project for the airport.
Commissioners gave the green light to construct a new terminal that will cost over $600 million.
The terminal, dubbed Concourse K, will feature six gates, two baggage carousels and a new maintenance facility.
Officials said the new construction will create thousands of new jobs and help the airport meet passenger’s needs going into the future.
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Groundbreaking is set for this summer.
Officials said the new Concourse K should be operational by spring 2029.
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