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Teary Kostyuk praises Aussie over Russia stance ahead of Andreeva clash
Key takeaways
- Marta Kostyuk has beaten fellow Ukrainian Elina Svitolina, setting up a French Open semifinal against Russian Mirra Andreeva.
- Kostyuk cried during her post-match interview after another "difficult night" of Russian bombing in Ukraine killed civilians.
- Kostyuk said "there is a way [for Russian players to speak out] if you don't agree", as evidenced by Daria Kasatkina switching allegiance to Australia.
Why this matters: an international story with cross-border implications worth tracking.
Marta Kostyuk was emotional after her match following another "difficult night" in Ukraine. (Getty Images: Tnani Badreddine/De Fodi Images)
Marta Kostyuk has beaten fellow Ukrainian Elina Svitolina, setting up a French Open semifinal against Russian Mirra Andreeva.
Kostyuk cried during her post-match interview after another "difficult night" of Russian bombing in Ukraine killed civilians.
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