Elina Svitolina Stands Firm on No-Handshake Policy Against Russian Players, Cites War Ethics and Personal Conviction
Ukrainian tennis star Elina Svitolina has once again defended her decision to not shake hands with Russian and Belarusian players, reiterating that her stance is rooted in principle, not personal animosity. Speaking after her third-round win at the US Open 2025, Svitolina addressed the growing scrutiny around her no-handshake policy, which has sparked debate across…