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Veronika Kudermetova on Russia ban in DC, BJK Cup: Apparently, they got scared of us


Published on 2024-12-02 16:35:18 - Terrence Williams, N@N
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  • Veronika Kudermetova fired a shot at the Russia ban in team competitions as the former world No. 9 cheekily remarked that the competition "apparently got scared of us." Shortly after the war in Ukraine started,

Veronika Kudermetova, a Russian tennis player, expressed her disappointment regarding the decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players from participating in the Billie Jean King Cup event in Washington, D.C. She suggested that the decision might stem from fear of facing the strong Russian team, stating, "Apparently, they got scared of us." This ban was implemented due to geopolitical tensions, particularly following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, leading to restrictions on athletes from Russia and Belarus. Kudermetova, who has been playing under a neutral flag, highlighted the impact of these political decisions on sports, noting that while she and her teammates are not involved in politics, they are significantly affected by these bans. She also mentioned the logistical challenges, like the need to find new tournaments to play in, as they are barred from representing their country in international competitions.

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