I believe both scenarios are possible but I think ...

2007-12-08T10:42:49.806-05:00

I believe both scenarios are possible but I think it's dangerous to throw around these types of comments with no proof. It's a stereotype thrown at certain countries, sometimes warranted and sometimes not. These remarks, especially from someone of McEnroe's stature, can be inflamatory. If there was even small evidence that it the mafia was possibly involved, I could understand saying it publicly. But at this point he's just speaking from pure speculation and it doesn't do the sport or relations with the country much good.

It is very possible that a player will throw a mat...

2007-12-08T08:51:21.121-05:00

It is very possible that a player will throw a match from pure greed, but it is also very conceivable that Russian mafia can get involved in professional sports including tennis. If you have time, check out my post Tennis, McEnroe and Russian Mafia.

It is funny to see that you also found that mafia image suitable for the post :-)

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I believe both scenarios are possible but I think ...

It is very possible that a player will throw a mat...