Australian tennis bosses stepped in after Thanasi Kokkinakis defied advice by competing in a Russian exhibition. The world No. 71 entered the North Palmyra Trophies event in St Petersburg at the end of November. In an interview for the tournament, he said the city and the people were “really nice”.

Tennis Australia has once again reminded players not to participate in any exhibition events in Russia. The development came after a recent report published in a local media outlet’s report revealed that Thanasi Kokkinakis participated in an exhibition competition in Russia during the off-season.

Tennis Australia says it has advised its players against competing in Russia following reports that Davis Cup team member Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in an exhibition in St.

Australian tennis player Thanasi Kokkinakis's appearance at a Russian tournament in late 2024 has raised questions over the clarity of sanctions laws.

The so-called war of words between the perennially injured Thanasi Kokkinakis and tennis analyst Todd Woodbridge is a case study in modern-day sports journalism.

Tennis Australia is advising players against competing in Russia amid reports Davis Cup star Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in a lucrative exhibition event in

Thanasi Kokkinakis needs to assess his schedule and consider rethinking his priorities ahead of grand slam events, 16-time slam winner Todd Woodbridge has declared.

Tennis Australia has recently issued a strong warning to its players, urging them not to participate in events held in Russia. This follows reports that Thanasi Kokkinakis, a member of the Australian Davis Cup team,

Thanasi Kokkinakis competed in a Russian exhibition event at the end of 2024, despite being advised against doing so.

Tennis Australia is warning players not to compete in Russia amid reports Davis Cup star Thanasi Kokkinakis featured in an exhibition there before the summer.

Record crowds roamed Melbourne Park, new stars emerged, and old ones wound back the clock. Revellers had fun at the party court, but the same conduct was not welcomed by the players as it bled into the big matches.