Aryna Sabalenka said that in her opinion there is nothing more to add in terms of the Iga Swaatek doping case that has engulfed the tennis world in recent months.
Swiatek received a short suspension from the drug TMZ after being given a drug for jet lag. She accepted the suspension, but the tennis world is deeply divided over whether she deserves more punishment.
Sabalenka was a bit more diplomatic about it, saying that she firmly believes in clean sports and that most people overreact before knowing that everything is in black and white.
“People tend to overreact before understanding the situation, so I don’t want to speak out in any way. I believe in clean sports… I have nothing more to add,” Sabalenka told The National.
She goes into the Australian Open with the aim of making it three in a row and also retaining her number 1 spot in the world. She said it is difficult to be completely confident because it is a mental battle and she will see how long she can stay at the top of tennis. meeting.
“You can’t be sure of that. It is a mental issue,” Sabalenka said of her chances of retaining the world No. 1 position.
“Of course I want to stay there as long as possible and I am working very hard for that, so let’s see how next season goes.”
“I think the key is to just focus on yourself and give the best of yourself every time you play. Whether it’s in Australia or another country, you just have to give your best every time and do it best of hopes.”
“Sometimes when I feel like I need that drive, which isn’t that often, I just remember where I started and how much I wanted to be where I am now, and that drives me crazy and that’s what helps keep me motivated to stay and stay. hungry all the time.”
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