old deadly duo Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan they recently announced their initiative to launch an auction to raise funds to support the Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina in his efforts to support and help his homeland. Brother Bryan retired in 2020 after winning their last tournament. ATP Delray Beach Open.
The twins have helped and raised money for many foundations, including the “Super Slam” and 16 grand slam titles, as well as the Bush ACE Outreach Program, where they have appeared several times to increase donations.
Now they want to help a tennis player in her endeavors. 27-year-old Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina took a big step in her desire to help her country by committing to donate all of the money she won from the Indian Wells tournament to Ukrainian children and refugees.
‘Rackets for Refugees’ – Bryan Brothers
On March 3, Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan committed to launch a Fundraising auction called ‘Rackets for Refugees’ to promote peace and freedom. BNP Paribas Open Helping Ukrainian refugees and civilians.
Bob Bryan made a statement about the Russia-Ukraine war. “We were all saddened to see the tragedy in Ukraine” said. He continued to say, “Children should be on playgrounds and tennis courts, not in bomb shelters and trains running from their homes.”
Many clips were posted on social media from Ukraine, showing that the children were separated from their fathers, confined to shelters, and that they had nowhere to escape this reality, hungry and weak. This was not well received by many and allowed the children to focus on their safety and their dreams.
The Bryan Brothers embody tennis as a movement for peace and unity, an activity in which people, regardless of nationality or age, compete with each other for the sole purpose of winning. “The world of tennis is a close-knit family and I’m sure we will have an incredible amount of support from the players when we launch the auction on March 8th.” said.
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