French Open 2023: Aryna Sabalenka 'does not support' Belarusian president Alexander Lukashenko
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Belarusian Aryna Sabalenka said she does not support her president Alexander Lukashenko "right now" because of his backing of Russia's war in Ukraine.
Having declined to attend open news conferences at the French Open since Friday for her mental wellbeing after a series of political questions, Sabalenka resumed her regular media duties after reaching the semi-finals.
She had previously said "no athlete" supports the war but this is the first time she has spoken against Lukashenko.
"I don't support war," the 25-year-old said after her 6-4 6-4 win over Ukraine's Elina Svitolina. "I don't support Lukashenko right now."
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