Wimbledon has been stripped of its ATP ranking points following the decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players
The ATP said it does not "underestimate the difficult decisions" Wimbledon and the Lawn Tennis Association had faced in responding to guidance but questioned claims there was no other decision to be made.
"We remain hopeful of further discussions with Wimbledon leading to an acceptable outcome for all concerned. "We have taken this decision on the basis that alternative playing opportunities are open to Russian and Belarusian players in those weeks, unlike during Wimbledon, which minimises any impact on the integrity of the rankings," the ATP added.The WTA soon followed suit by announcing that it too was removing ranking points from Wimbledon.Picture: Alamy
"Given the importance of sport and cultural bodies in making the Russian Government an international pariah, we stand squarely behind the decision that Wimbledon and the LTA have taken to stand up for what is right. "We appreciate that opinions differ in relation to our decision to decline entries from Russian and Belarusian players to the championships this year, and we deeply regret the impact of this decision on the individuals affected," they said.
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