French Open: Players accuse Slams of ignoring concerns as tensions rise
Tensions between tennis players and Grand Slam organizers have escalated at the French Open, with players demanding a greater share of revenue and better communication. Novak Djokovic warned that fragmentation within the sport could worsen if concerns are not addressed. Players are expressing solidarity, focusing on fairness and the needs of lower-ranked competitors.
- ▪Players are limiting their media appearances to 15 minutes at the French Open.
- ▪Concerns include revenue sharing, pensions, scheduling, and lack of communication from organizers.
- ▪Novak Djokovic emphasized the importance of unity among players and governing bodies to improve the sport's future.
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Sport|TennisFrench Open: Players accuse Slams of ignoring concerns as tensions riseThe dispute between players and the Grand Slams reaches boiling point in Paris, but boycott restricted to media duties.ListenListen (4 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoSerbia's Novak Djokovic had a stark warning for tennis ahead of the French Open [Andrew Medichini/AP]By ReutersPublished On 22 May 202622 May 2026A simmering dispute between players and the Grand Slams over revenue sharing intensified at the French Open, with Novak Djokovic warning the sport risked further fragmentation as leading players pressed for a greater voice in shaping its future.Several players were expected to limit their appearances at…
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