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Wimbledon bosses are consulting the government about whether to allow players from Russia and Belarus to compete.
The issue is complex and challenging according to the All England Lawn Tennis Club.
Men's world number two, Daniil Medvedev, and other Russian players have been allowed to play on tour, but not under their country's flag.
We plan to announce a decision before our entry deadline in May, according to the statement.
Russia has been banned from defending its Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup team titles after the country invaded Ukraine.
The teams and athletes from both countries have been subject to a number of suspensions and sanctions.
The UK government has guidance regarding the attendance of Russian and Belarusian individuals at sporting events in the UK.
We are talking with the UK government, the Lawn Tennis Association and the international governing bodies of tennis.
Wimbledon will be held in June and July.