8 hours agoFrance's Sports Minister reacts sharply to Djokovic, tennis player criticised for Kosovo's message
Periskopi(3 years ago)
(3 years ago)Novak Djokovic's political message to Kosovo at the French Open was “inappropriate” and “should not be repeated”, says French Sports Minister. Amelie Oudea-Custera said there must be regulations and neutrality for the playing field. Serbia Djokovic has written on camera target “Kosovo is Serbia's heart. Stop violence”. It's about [...]
Amelie Oudea-Custera said there must be regulations and neutrality for the playing field.
Serbia Djokovic has written on camera target “Kosovo is Serbia's heart. Stop violence”.
The latest tension in Kosovo is occurring in the northern part.
When you have messages about human rights protection, messages that unite people about universal values, a sportsman is free to express them,” told Oudea-Cistera broadcaster France 2.
But in this case there was a very political message. You should not be involved, especially in the current circumstances and should not repeat it by”, it continued.
Also, the Kosovo Olympic Committee has asked the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to open disciplinary procedures against Djokovic, accusing him of inciting political tensions.
“Novak Djokovic has once again promoted the propaganda of Serbian nationalists and used the sports platform to do so,” said Ismet Krasniqi, president of the Kosovo Olympic Committee.
