Men’s world number two Daniil Medvedev was among those to draw attention to the exhausting conditions players have been competing in during the Tokyo Games. In heat exceeding 30C (86F) with added humidity while his third round win over Fabio Fognini was still being played, Medvedev was heard saying to …
Read More »Tennis star Medvedev thrashes journalist for suggesting Russian athletes are ‘carrying stigma of cheaters’ at Tokyo Olympics
The Russian ace was fielding questions from reporters on Wednesday when he was served a highly suggestive query. “Are Russian athletes carrying a stigma of cheaters in these games and how do you feel about it?” a reporter asked. Visibly repulsed, Medvedev said it was the “first time” in his …
Read More »Russian star Daniil Medvedev blasts Olympics tennis tournament a ‘joke’ as players grapple with sweltering conditions in Japan
Soaring temperatures in Tokyo have led to Medvedev questioning why the Olympic event affords players just a 60-second changeover period compared to the regular 90 seconds amid blazing conditions and oppressive humidity, leading to several players stripping off courtside and showering themselves with bottled water in a bid to cool …
Read More »Cup heroes: With Medvedev the finals champ and Rublev equaling Djokovic last year, Russia’s ATP stars are set for a storming 2021
The figures from the end of last year’s ATP season made it sensible to imagine that Russian tennis might not hit the heights that it managed last year. Only world number one Novak Djokovic won as many matches as Andrey Rublev – both chalked up 41 victories, although Rublev lifted …
Read More »Former Russian President Medvedev calls Twitter ‘politicized’ platform, slams ban of Trump & claims site is biased towards Navalny
Medvedev’s comments come after Twitter, along with other social media networks, received blame for allowing Russian opposition figures to advertise protests. According to the former leader, who now sits on the Russian Security Council, his acquaintance signed up to the popular social network and was immediately recommended to subscribe to …
Read More »Medvedev: the current crisis may be worse than in 2008-2009
The current crisis in the economy might prove harder than in 2008-2009. This opinion was expressed by the former head of the Russian government Dmitry Medvedev, who now holds the position of Chairman of the security Council. “The current crisis, obviously, certainly not less severe, and may be more severe …
Read More »Medvedev spoke about the triple impact of coronavirus on the Russian economy
Medvedev spoke about the triple impact of coronavirus on the Russian economy Coronavirus in 2020 were dealt a triple blow to the Russian economy. This was stated by Deputy Chairman of the security Council, Dmitry Medvedev, in an article for the journal “Russia in global politics”. According to him, the …
Read More »Medvedev predicted the economy crisis more than 2008
The current crisis in the economy might prove harder than in 2008-2009. This opinion was expressed by the former head of the Russian government Dmitry Medvedev, who now holds the position of Chairman of the security Council. The words of ex-Prime Minister leads TASS. “The current crisis, obviously, certainly not …
Read More »Medvedev: the Situation in some sectors of the economy is reminiscent of the collapse
In some industries the situation is reminiscent of the collapse due to the coronavirus. As reported TASS, said the Chairman of the party “United Russia” Dmitry Medvedev said during an online meeting with business assistance in connection with the pandemic. “In some industries the situation is in fact reminiscent of …
Read More »Medvedev: the Situation in some sectors of the economy is reminiscent of the collapse
In some industries the situation is reminiscent of the collapse due to the coronavirus. As reported TASS, said the Chairman of the party “United Russia” Dmitry Medvedev said during an online meeting with business assistance in connection with the pandemic. “In some industries the situation is in fact reminiscent of …
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