World number one Novak Djokovic has called Wimbledon's decision to ban Russian and Belarussian players "crazy" saying "politics and tennis should not mix"

The British Grand Slam has become the first tournament to prevent individuals competing from the two countries following the war in Ukraine.

The ATP and WTA tours are also unhappy.

While Ukrainian Elina Svitolina who reached the semi-finals in 2019 has also criticised the decision.