Sakkari and Contaveit cried at the award

Maria Sakkari and Annette Contaveit are not only two good athletes, but also two great friends, which made for a special circumstance at the award ceremony.

Initially, Maria Sakkari said: “That sounds pretty familiar to me. Annette, we’re back. “It’s disappointing for me, but you really deserve it. You played great tennis and showed character. For those who don’t know, we are good friends and I’m very, very happy for you, for your achievements. Me I’m happy for your “You’re a very good player, but you’re also a very good person, which is more important to me. Congratulations!”.

Sakkari’s words brought tears to Annette Contaveit’s eyes, who applauded her visibly enthusiastically.

Then Sakkari, trying to hold back her tears, pointed out: “I want to thank everyone. It is one of the best or the best for all of us all year round. I’m glad I attended and that you treated us in the best possible way.

I would like to thank my entire team. i know that you believe in me I also want to thank my family back home. Finally, I would like to thank everyone who has come here every day.”

Shortly thereafter, Contavehite began her speech with the emphasis: “What you said is true from my side and moved me. You are an excellent person and I wish you every success in the future.”