A Russian flag was hanging behind fans during a match between Ukraine's Kateryna Baindl and Russian Kamilla Rakhimova on court 14 on day one of the Australian Open.
Help keep family & friends informed by sharing this articleThe presence of a Russian flag in the stands at the Australian Open has drawn the ire of Ukraine's ambassador.The flag was visible behind fans on court 14 during a match between Ukraine's Kateryna Baindl and Russian Kamilla Rakhimova
Meanwhile, Ukrainian number two Marta Kostyuk confirmed she would continue to snub post-match handshakes with Russian and Belarusian players Ukraine's Baindl defeated Russia's Rakhimova 7-5, 6-7, 6-1 on court 14, where viewers saw a Russian flag hanging on a fence during the match.
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