Athletes from Russia and Belarus are returning to Wimbledon this year, and Danylo Medvedev was asked at a press conference about his position on the war in Ukraine.

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Daniil Medvedev takes a position on the Russian-Ukrainian war: “I want peace”

After Belarus’s Arina Sabalenko refused to talk about politics, Russia’s Medvedev said he had no problem discussing the topic.

“I can’t speak for other players and I don’t intend to put pressure on anyone to speak, everyone has their own personal circumstances. Mine is clear, I want peace. There is nothing more to say” – Daniil Medvedevreports PuntoDeBreak.

Daniil, seeded No. 3 in the All England Club, will meet in the first round with British Arthur Ferry (389 ATP, wild-card beneficiary).

Athletes from Russia and Belarus can participate in Wimbledon-2023

All England Club officials have announced that athletes from these countries can participate this year, but as “neutrals” and subject to certain conditions.

They are prohibited from showing support for Russia’s military offensive in Ukraine and from being financed by the Russian or Belarusian state. They are prohibited, including the sponsorship of companies managed or controlled by the respective states.

Wimbledon 2023 will take place from July 3 to 16, and HotNews.ro will keep you updated every day with the latest information from the All England Club.