World number one Daniil Medvedev does not have to fear being excluded from the tennis tour for the time being. After the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the tennis federations of Russia and Belarus are suspended, but players are still allowed to take part in international tournaments. This was announced by the men’s organization ATP, the women’s organization WTA and the world association ITF on Tuesday.
Accordingly, the two countries are excluded from the team competitions. International tournaments should also no longer be held in Russia and Belarus. Players can continue to compete on the tour or at the Grand Slams, but will no longer fly the Russian flag. The Russian Medvedev has just replaced Novak Djokovic at the top of the world rankings.
Source: Nachrichten
