Commentary: Why French Open allowed Russian tennis players to compete - CNA

Unlike Wimbledon's ban, Roland-Garros has let Russian players like Daniil Medvedev and Victoria Azarenka compete. Major sporting event hosts communicate potent political messages with their decisions, say two researchers.

MIDDLESBROUGH, England: The worlds best tennis players are on the court at the 2022 French Open, the first Grand Slam tournament since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began in February. Unlike Wimble… [+1566 chars]

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