No handshake and no photo as Andreeva of Russia beats Kostyuk of Ukraine to reach French Open final
Summary
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva defeated Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk 6-1, 6-3 in the French Open semifinal to reach her first Grand Slam final. There was no handshake or joint photo after the match, reflecting tension linked to the conflict between their countries.Key Facts
- Mirra Andreeva is 19 years old and reached her first Grand Slam final at the French Open.
- Andreeva beat Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine with a score of 6-1, 6-3.
- The players did not shake hands or take a joint photo after the match, a break from usual tennis customs.
- Kostyuk quickly left the court, waving and blowing kisses to fans, some of whom displayed Ukrainian flags.
- Prior to the match, the players had separate photo sessions, standing apart with children on their respective sides.
- Kostyuk and other Ukrainian players have spoken about the effects of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine during the tournament.
- The match took place on Court Philippe-Chatrier in Paris at the French Open.
- The roof over the court was initially open but closed during the second set, changing playing conditions.
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