21 players sign letter to the WTA, requesting better schedule, more pay

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A group of 21 top women’s tennis players have banded together to demand sweeping changes in the sport, according to The Athletic. The stage for this historic stand was set during the China Open in early October, where heated discussions and player meetings took place. The core of their demands revolves around higher pay, a more sustainable schedule, expanded childcare options, and official representation through their independent player organization, the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA).

Aryna Sabalenka

The call for change

This movement, driven by Aryna Sabalenka, Ons Jabeur, Elena Rybakina, Marketa Vondrousova and other stars has been simmering for months, finally reaching a crescendo in the form of a three-page letter sent to the WTA on October 5th. The missive articulated the players’ desires for immediate attention to their concerns. Paula Wolecka, a spokesperson for Iga Swiatek, confirmed that the four-time Grand Slam champion had sent her own letter to the WTA leadership, and was part of a “united front here in wishing for a real change.”

The demands

Higher pay: At the forefront of the players’ demands is the issue of compensation. The athletes argue for a more equitable distribution of revenues, ensuring that the toils and talents of the players are justly…

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