Former world number nine Andrei Chesnokov told that the characteristics of the clay courts where the 2024 Olympics will be held will affect the performance of Russian tennis players during competitions.
Previously, the International Tennis Federation (ITF) decided to admit athletes from Russia and Belarus to the Paris Olympics with a neutral status.
— Can our tennis players win Olympic gold?
— We must take into account the location of the Olympic Games. The matches will take place on the courts of Roland Garros, it is not a very successful tournament for Medvedev. Most often, he gives up in the first rounds: in 2023, Daniil lost in the first match against the Brazilian Thiago Wilde. Plus, it will probably be hot in Paris in August.
On the other hand, Medvedev won the Masters in Rome on clay, Rublev also won on the “mile” field in Monte Carlo. Andrei beat Djokovic on clay in Belgrade not too long ago, that says a lot too. Karen Khachanov is also performing well at Roland Garros: last year he reached the quarterfinals. But it all depends on the form of the players before the Olympics.
Our team can also show something in mixed doubles and duets. Rublev and Pavlyuchenkova won gold in the final against Karatsev and Vesnina. Elena is now returning to the tour, she is playing well in doubles, but for Vesnina the Olympics could be the first tournament after a two-year break. Andreeva is also gaining momentum, it will be interesting to watch her at the Olympics. Zvonareva also plays well in duets, although she hasn’t played at all lately,” Chesnokov told .
The selection for the Olympic Games will be made based on the audiences which will be published on June 10, the day after the end of Roland Garros. To qualify for a quota, tennis players must meet ITF criteria, including participation in the Davis Cup (for men) and the Billie Jean King Cup (for women). However, exceptions to the rules are possible.
The Paris Summer Olympics will take place from July 26 to August 11.
Source : MatchTV
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