The ITF maintains its punishment on Russia and Belarus
After several years of war in Ukraine and the corresponding sports suspension to the federations of Russia and Belarus, many people wonder how long this situation will last within the sports spectrum. When will Russia and Belarus return to participate in a Davis Cup or a Billie Jean King Cup? It will happen – I say – but for now, we will have to keep waiting. A few minutes ago, the ITF released a statement announcing that they will maintain this suspension on both countries after having discussed the matter and receiving a negative vote.
ITF statement on Belarus and Russian Tennis Federations:
— ITF Media (@ITFMedia) May 8, 2026
"The International Tennis Federation confirms that the IOC’s announcement does not change its existing position regarding the Belarus and Russian Tennis Federations' suspensions which remain in place.
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This is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La ITF mantiene su castigo a Rusia y Bielorrusia