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Ukrainian Star Tsurenko Sues WTA Over Contract Breach

4/18/2025

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Ukrainian tennis star Lesia Tsurenko is taking a stand, suing the WTA Tour and chairman Steve Simon for breach of contract and emotional distress. She alleges that the organization failed to honor commitments made to Ukrainian players regarding the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes, leaving her deeply troubled. The WTA intends to dismiss her claims.

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Ukrainian tennis star Lesia Tsurenko is taking a stand, suing the WTA Tour and chairman Steve Simon for breach of contract and emotional distress. She alleges that the organization failed to honor commitments made to Ukrainian players regarding the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes, leaving her deeply troubled. The WTA intends to dismiss her claims.