World No.1 Novak Djokovic might well be granted medical exemption to play in the Australian Open, beginning January 17, even though tournament director Craig Tiley did not shed light on any development with regard to the Serbian’s participation on Wednesday.

Tiley confirmed on Wednesday that a very small percentage of players and officials would be granted medical exemption to enter Melbourne Park unvaccinated, raising hopes that Djokovic could compete in the opening major of the year without disclosing his COVID-19 vaccination status.