The American portal Tennis World USA responded by releasing the request of the organizers of the Polish tournament of the Challenger series not to bring athletes from Russia and Belarus. article “The Polish competitor left a shocking statement for the Russian and Belarusian players.”
“It is not forbidden for Russians and Belarusians to compete in the tournament in Poland. However, they are advised not to come to the tournament. This is a bit of a strange situation. It can lead to a reaction from ATP,” the article says.
Russian tennis players compete in international tournaments as neutral athletes after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) recommended that international organizations not allow domestic athletes.
In 2022, tennis players from Russia and Belarus had to miss Wimbledon as the organizers banned them from participating in the tournament. The ban was lifted in 2023.
Former Russian tennis player appeared to the Wimbledon final.