Another reason flag of Russia not displayed next to Daniil Medvedev’s name at US Open 2024? All you need to know

Do you know why flag of Russia not displayed next to Daniil Medvedev’s name at US Open 2024? All you need to know.

Daniil Medvedev has returned to the 2024 US Open, his most successful Grand Slam, where he claimed the title in 2021, reached the finals in 2019 and 2023, and made the semifinals in 2020. The former World No. 1 has advanced to the fourth round of this year’s tournament, but notably, he is competing without a flag. As a Russian player, the Russian tri-color is not displayed next to his name at the 2024 US Open.

This is due to a decision made by the ITF following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In 2022, the ITF ruled that Russian and Belarusian players were not permitted to compete under their respective national flags.

The statement read:

“Players from Russia and Belarus will continue to be allowed to compete in international tennis events as individuals. However, they will not compete under the name or flag of Russia or Belarus until further notice.”

Additionally, the ITF suspended the Russian Tennis Federation and Belarusian Tennis Federation from all team events, including the Billie Jean King Cup and the Davis Cup. Prior to the 2024 US Open, a glitch in the tournament’s website “results system” briefly displayed flags for Belarusian and Russian players, but it was soon corrected.

This error was visible only to professional organizations and media and was attributed to an employee selecting the wrong file, according to a USTA spokesperson.

Daniil Medvedev discussed the experience of competing without a national flag during a 2022 interview with Tennis Channel. Despite reaching the top of the ATP rankings that year, Medvedev was unable to have the Russian tricolor displayed next to his name.

When asked Medvedev about the decision of ITF, he said it was always “tough” to talk about this subject.

“It’s always tough to talk on this subject because I want to play tennis, play in different countries. I want to promote my sport, I want to promote what I’m doing in my country for sure,” Daniil Medvedev said.

Medvedev also addressed the exclusion of Russian and Belarusian players from team competitions, expressing his desire to continue playing without facing any further restrictions.

“Some sports made this decision, especially, I would think, the team sports. Tennis is probably one of the most individual sports we have in the world. There’s always a possibility, but I hope not.”

Nick Kyrgios offers to coach Coco Gauff amid calls for American to ‘sack’ Brad Gilbert after her US Open title defense ends in 4R loss

Nick Kyrgios has extended an offer to coach Coco Gauff following her exit from the 2024 US Open. The Australian’s gesture comes amid growing criticism and scrutiny surrounding Gauff’s ongoing partnership with her current coach, Brad Gilbert.

Gauff’s title defense at the US Open came to a disappointing end with a 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 loss to fellow American Emma Navarro in the fourth round. The 20-year-old struggled throughout the match, committing 60 unforced errors and 19 double faults at critical moments.

Following Coco Gauff’s surprising exit, fans began calling for the young American to end her partnership with coach Brad Gilbert, a sentiment that has been growing due to her inconsistent season. Despite Gilbert’s successful coaching history with players like Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick, many fans believe his collaboration with Gauff has been detrimental to her performance.

One user advised the 20-year-old to “sack” Gilbert, asserting that her game has “regressed” since they began working together.

“My honest advice to @CocoGauff is to sack @bgtennisnation. He became Gauff head coach in November 2023 and her game has regressed since then. Brad loves himself more than anyone else and that doesn’t work if you are a Head Coach,” the fan posted on X.

One fan suggested Nick Kyrgios as a potential replacement for Brad Gilbert, and Kyrgios himself quickly expressed his willingness to take on the role of coaching Coco Gauff.

“I’d coach her,” he commented.

I’d coach her.

— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) September 2, 2024