Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenka did not attend her post-match press conference at the French Open on Friday, citing her 'mental health and well-being' after she faced questions about the conflict in Ukraine on Wednesday.
"After my match, I spoke with the media like I normally do," Sabalenka said in a transcript provided to the media."I know they still expect some questions that are more about the politics and not so much about my tennis. For many months now I have answered these questions at tournaments and been very clear in my feelings and my thoughts. These questions do not bother me after my matches.
Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus competes against Kamilla Rakhimova of Russia in the third round of the singles competition during the 2023 French Open Tennis Tournament at Roland Garros in Paris on Friday.A French tennis federation spokesperson told Reuters that Sabalenka would not be fined and her attendance at other press conferences would be up to her. , and Kostyuk refused to shake hands at the net following the match.
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