Speaking at a press conference ahead of the Queen’s Club Championships, the biggest talking point was Wimbledon not carrying ranking points this year. While Berrettini felt that the players should have been consulted before any decision was made, he also reiterated that he understood why such a strong stance had to be taken.
He spoke about how he sympathized with the Russian and Belarusian players ahead of the tournament at SW19. The Italian also said that the players who will participate in this tournament are also on the receiving end of the punishment as they won’t gain any points in the rankings.
“It seems that the decision is made, there will be no changes” - Matteo Berrettini believes that the ban on Russian and Belarusian players will stand
Matteo Berrettini also divulged information that the ban will stand for Russian and Belarusian players ahead of Wimbledon this year, which prompted the ATP and WTA to retaliate by stripping the grass Major of its ranking points.
Berrettini also spoke about the fact that since it is Wimbledon, arguably the most storied Grand Slam on the calendar, players will show up and perform. He also believes that the prize money will make it easier for players to participate in the tournament.
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