I understand the Ukrainians. " Svitolina referred to the scandalous game, in which Sablanka cursed the Ukrainian fans.

I understand the Ukrainians. " Svitolina referred to the scandalous game, in which Sablanka cursed the Ukrainian fans.

"I understand the Ukrainians. There are a lot of Ukrainian flags and fans from Ukraine here. Of course they want me to win. Arina has her fans, I have mine. I just hope that our matches will be held in an atmosphere of respect," said Ukraine's first batsman.

Svitolina also admitted that she had more than once heard unpleasant comments from Belarusian fans because of the war.

We will remind you that during the WTA tournament Sablanka spoke obscenely to the Ukrainians. She later stated that her words were directed not at Svitolina, but at a group of spectators who wildly rejoiced at her mistakes. Sablanka apologized for her emotional reaction.

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