Russian players still allowed to compete in major tennis events
Russian and Belarusian tennis players will be allowed to continue competing in ATP and WTA tournaments and Grand Slam events, the sport’s governing bodies said on Tuesday.
Joint Statement by the International Governing Bodies of Tennis
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A statement from the ATP, WTA, ITF and the organisers of the four Grand Slam competitions said Russians and Belarusians can keep competing in professional events “for the time being”, despite Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
A joint statement has been released by the international governing bodies of tennis. pic.twitter.com/wQzlc0Wdvy
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However, they will not be allowed to compete under the name or flag of Russia or Belarus.
The International Tennis Federation has suspended the Russian Tennis Federation and the Belarus Tennis Federation from ITF membership and international team competition. pic.twitter.com/9d14OxLAXC
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The ITF have suspended both countries from team events, the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup.
And the ATP and WTA tournaments set to be held in Moscow in October have been suspended.