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Ukrainian Player Questions Russian Tennis Stars' Neutrality

12/8/2025

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Oleksandra Oliynykova (Ukrainian tennis player) questioned the neutrality of Russian players Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider.
She cited awards from Vladimir Putin as evidence of support for the war.
Oliynykova, ranked World No. 96, said, "Even without a flag, they can play without limits."
She runs a website to raise awareness of the ongoing war and combat misinformation.

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Oleksandra Oliynykova (Ukrainian tennis player) questioned the neutrality of Russian players Mirra Andreeva and Diana Shnaider.
She cited awards from Vladimir Putin as evidence of support for the war.
Oliynykova, ranked World No. 96, said, "Even without a flag, they can play without limits."
She runs a website to raise awareness of the ongoing war and combat misinformation.