โ๏ธ๐บ๐ฆ Oleksandra Oliynykova read a special statement before the start of her latest press conference in Paris.
"I know that some people disagree with my actions. I know that some people would prefer that I stay silent. But what I do is not about politics, it's about humanity. When people are being killed, while children are dying, when violence is justified or celebrated, we cannot pretend that nothing is happening. We cannot look away. We cannot protect those who support or excuse such actions.
Our organization was not built by pioneers like Billie Jean King so that money and luxury could become the only values in women's tennis. They wanted something bigger than that. They wanted us to have a voice, to inspire others to make the world better, to be role models for young athletes.
Being a role model is not about the size of your bank account. It's not about expensive watches, private jets, or luxury brands. A real role model has the courage to stand against evil. A real role model speaks when it's easier to stay silent. A real role model has the determination to act when action is needed.
We as players have responsibility that goes beyond tennis, because sports should always stand with humanity, and humanity should never be optional.
Thank you".
Laura Tobin: ".. the thing at play here is obviously climate change.. its still spring.. a reminder of where we should be for the time of year & where we actually are. At least 16 degrees warmer than where we should be for the time of year"
Don't look up.
Hereโs cinematographer Greig Fraser explaining how they shot one of the most beautiful scenes in Project Hail Mary.
I love this breakdown because itโs a perfect example of performance and storytelling being elevated with light and shadow.
Andy Weir on the ending of 'Project Hail Mary'
"I think itโs a perfect ending for Ryland because he really liked being a teacher, and in the end he gets to be a teacher and hang out with his best friend. And heโd be returning to an Earth where something like 75 years had passed since he left"
"Everyone he knows back on Earth will have died. He doesnโt really have anything to go back to. But heโs got his best friend here. A job that he loves"
"Why would he leave?"
"I knew that was going to be the end of the novel before I started writing the first page"
(via @nytimes)