“It doesn’t make sense and doesn’t add up to what they’re saying,” she summarized. “I took a clear position on the subject: I will never support a war,” the Belarusian underscored her rejection of the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine.
This is one of the reasons why the exclusion of the affected individual athletes from the historic grass tournament in London is unjustified. “There should be a reaction,” she took on the responsibility of the WTA.
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During the WTA tournament in Madrid, she would have discussed possible solutions with those responsible in several meetings. During these talks, Wimbledon managing director Sally Bolton did not deviate from his position. The people involved even sought legal advice.
When asked whether she would go to court if the Russians were banned, Azarenka replied: “I’m not sure. It’s a complicated matter.”
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Yastremska: “The decision is respectful”
The Wimbledon decision, on the other hand, is very popular, especially from the Ukrainian camp. “How could I be able to play these players at the tournament while the whole world is talking about the war against Ukraine? I think their decision is the right one,” said Dayana Yastremska.
The Ukrainian continued: “The decision that has been made is respectful. What they did for Ukraine was right. Other players support it as well.”
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