In the aftermath of Wimbledon’s decision to ban Russian and Belarusian tennis players from this year’s tournament, Billie Jean King has issued a statement denouncing Wednesday’s polarizing announcement.
The 78-year-old tennis legend took to social media Thursday to share her thoughts on the matter, which was announced by the Lawn Tennis Association and All England Club Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in response to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
“The decision of the LTA and the AELTC regarding the Russian and Belarusian players at this year’s tournament was a difficult and complex undertaking, and I appreciate the challenges and pressures they are facing,” King wrote.