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Novak Djokovic and RFK Jr. Meet in Florida, Highlighting Shared Stance on Personal Freedoms

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised Djokovic's integrity and courage after a friendly tennis match as the athlete prepares for the Miami Open.

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Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. walks to the House Chamber before President Donald Trump addresses to a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, March 4, 2025. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)
FILE - Robert F. Kennedy Jr., speaks after being sworn in as Health and Human Services Secretary in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, in Washington. (Photo/Alex Brandon, File)
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Overview

  • Novak Djokovic and U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. met in Florida during Djokovic's preparations for the Miami Open.
  • Kennedy praised Djokovic in a social media post, calling him 'first in integrity' and 'first in courage' after a friendly tennis match.
  • Djokovic has been a polarizing figure since 2022 for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, citing support for personal freedom of choice.
  • Despite his deportation from Australia in 2022, Djokovic went on to win multiple Grand Slam titles, including the 2023 Australian Open and U.S. Open.
  • Kennedy's admiration for Djokovic reflects their shared views on resisting perceived overreach in public health policies.