Wimbledon ban on Russian and Belarusian players lifted

The Chairman of the All England Club, Ian Hewitt has announced that the ban imposed on Russian and Belarusian players is lifted, and players from these countries can participate at Wimbledon this summer.

All players, including Russians and Belarusians, will have the opportunity to compete at Wimbledon and Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) events this summer. To take part in the events, they will need to sign neutrality declarations.

"We continue to condemn totally Russia's illegal invasion and our wholehearted support remains with the people of Ukraine," said Hewitt.

"This was an incredibly difficult decision, not taken lightly or without a great deal of consideration for those who will be impacted."

The decision also covers other British events held in the run up to Wimbledon, most notably the tournaments at Queen's and Eastbourne.

Conditions players must comply with include:

England placed a ban in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the support provided by Belarus. Wimbledon starts on July 3 at the All England Club (AELTC).