France is easing its vaccination rules later this month, which could pave the way for Novak Djokovic to compete at this year's French Open.
French Prime Minister Jean Castex announced on Thursday that people will no longer have to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 to access places such as sports stadiums and restaurants until March 14.
That means Djokovic, who is without vaccinations, could be allowed to compete at Roland Garros in May unless restrictions are tightened again.
"Things are improving thanks to our collective efforts," Castex said. "The conditions have been met for a new phase of easing of measures."
Djokovic was deported from Australia in January after a legal battle over whether he should be allowed to enter the country, which saw him pull out of the Australian Open. He told the BBC last month that he was not willing to participate in the upcoming Grand Slam tournaments if he needed to be vaccinated.
Djokovic has won the French Open twice and has a total of 20 major titles, one less than Rafael Nadal's record after winning the Australian Open.
New French rules could allow Djokovic to play in the Monte Carlo Masters clay-court tournament in April.