Ukranian Players Refuse Handshakes with Opponents from Russia and Belarus at Wimbledon, Prompting Calls for Statements from Organizers
- Victoria Azarenka expressed respect for Elina Svitolina's decision not to shake hands but frustration with the crowd's reaction.
- Svitolina believes tennis organizations should make a statement prohibiting handshakes between players from Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus.
- Aryna Sabalenka suggests tennis organizers announce non-handshakes to crowds to prevent hostility towards players who choose not to shake hands.
- Azarenka was booed by the crowd, possibly because they were unaware of the reasons behind Svitolina refusing to shake hands.
- Russian and Belarusian players were allowed to compete at Wimbledon under certain conditions, like not receiving aid from their nations.