Spanish Tennis Beauty Paula Badosa Minces No Words to Defend Belarusian Best Friend Amid Growing Hate

Tennis fans and celebrities have seen a lot of political turmoil and controversies in the past years. As the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine intensifies, the sport has become a battleground. Several tennis players have faced backlash for their political affiliations. The latest athlete to face hatred is Aryna Sabalenka, a remarkable Belarusian tennis player. Her friend and fellow tennis star, Paula Badosa, has come to her defense in the midst of growing hate. In a recent interview, Badosa minced no words in expressing her support for Sabalenka. She condemned the mixing of politics and sport.

Aside from their on-court achievements, Badosa and Sabalenka are also known for their close friendship. They often share photos and messages of support for each other on social media. Their playful banter on Twitter and Instagram is a fan favorite. Despite coming from different countries, both tennis aces share a passion for tennis. They are both fierce competitors on the court, but also have a strong mutual respect for each other’s game.

Paula Badosa defends her fellow Belarusian tennis star in an exclusive interview

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been raging for several years, and tensions have steeply escalated in recent months. The political crisis has had an impact on the world of sports. Many fans and organizations have scrutinized tennis players for their political affiliations. Aryna Sabalenka has been facing backlash for her alleged support for Russia.

The Belarusian’s friend and fellow tennis star, Paula Badosa, has come out in support of her friend, despite the controversy. In the interview, Badosa shared, “I have lived it (war) closely with her and Azarenka. They are not to blame for having been born where they were and they are against the war.”

She also chimed, “It is difficult to give an opinion because it is impossible to put yourself in the shoes of one or the other. Politics and sport should not be mixed, although it is complicated.” Badosa condemned the mixing of politics and sport and expressed her solidarity with Sabalenka. She also called out the hate speech directed towards Sabalenka the tennis ace exclaimed that it was unjustified.

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Badosa’s stance is commendable, and it sets an example for other athletes to follow. Tennis has the power to bring people together, irrespective of their nationality, race or gender.

Badosa and Sabalenka share an intimate embrace photo

Sabalenka and Badosa recently had a humorous reaction to their photos captured by the official WTA photographer. During the Dubai Duty-Free Tennis Championships, Sabalenka displayed her impressive skills. However, Badosa has been struggling with injuries and has not been in top form lately.

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Their playful banter on Twitter was sparked by an intimate embrace captured in one of the pictures. Sabalenka clarified in the caption of her retweet that they both have boyfriends, putting to rest any speculation. Badosa also joined in the humor by expressing her amusement in a comment. The duo shares a healthy and fun bond.