There won't be any ban for Russian and Belarussian players at next year's Australian Open although they will compete under a neutral flag.
After Wimbledon banned Russian and Belarussian players from competing at the event the possibility of other events doing the same has been brought up. So far no country or event has expressed the desire to do so although Russian and Belarussian players still continue to play under a neutral flag. That will continue at next year's Australian Open as well.
That was confirmed by Government Minister Anika Wells who has backed an international push to further exile Russia from all sporting competitions. She signed a joint statement by more than 30 sports ministers from different countries who have made it clear that athletes will be permitted to complete individuals however they can't represent their respective countries.
That ban includes displaying flags, any national symbols or colours and the banning of anthems as well. Well briefly commented on the statement:
“Under this statement the intention and direction of international ministers and myself is clear."
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