Tennis
“They provided me with good conditions” Kostyuk explained why he will play against Russia
Today is December 17, 2023, Ukrainian tennis player Marta Kostyuk She will play against Russian Mirra Andreeva in the final of the Negomental Open de Bourg-de-Peague exhibition tournament held in France.
The Ukrainian player explained his decision to accept the invitation to this match as follows:
“Yes, tomorrow I will play an exhibition match against Mirra Andreeva. I wasn’t planning to perform there, but the organizers were urgently looking for a replacement for Donna Vekic and offered good conditions, so I would have the opportunity to make a good donation to our defenders. “I’m interested in this match, as I finished my season quite early I see it as a good opportunity to try the rhythm of the game.”
Marta also noted that they would not take photos together and would not shake hands with the Russian woman. He told the organizers about this and they supported his position.
Previously, Marta Kostyuk had called for Russians to be banned from participating in the 2024 Olympics.
Source: Sport UA
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