Andy Murray has expressed his belief that Wimbledon is likely to face disruptions from activists belonging to Just Stop Oil. He also cautioned players against taking matters into their own hands, citing the incident involving Jonny Bairstow at Lord’s cricket ground as a potential danger. Just Stop Oil has previously targeted various sporting events, including the Ashes Test, the Grand National, the World Snooker Championship, and the Premiership Rugby final. In response to the increased security concerns, the All England Club has updated its entry conditions by banning items like spray paint and glue, as there are fears that activists might attempt to attach themselves to the net.
Wimbledon organizers have specifically advised players not to intervene in any potential demonstrations, referring to the incident involving Bairstow. They want to avoid a situation where players contribute to ending protests. The All England Club is on high alert due to the recent activities of Just Stop Oil, and they are taking precautions to prevent any disruptions. There are concerns that activists might target the tournament by attaching themselves to the net. Therefore, the club has implemented stricter entry conditions to prohibit the possession of spray paint and glue.
Murray said ahead of the start of the first round on Monday.
“I think there is probably a good chance of something happening here,” Murray said ahead of the start of the first round on Monday.”
“I was talking about it with my family the other day. I don’t know, if somebody ran onto the court and came towards you, what your reaction would be to that because you don’t know who it is or what they are doing or why they are doing it.”
Despite supporting the cause of Just Stop Oil, Andy Murray believes that disrupting sporting events may not be the most effective approach. He suggests that there might be alternative ways for activists to convey their message without resorting to disruptions. While acknowledging the importance of their cause, Murray emphasizes the need to consider different methods that do not interfere with the smooth running of sporting events like Wimbledon.
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