The ATP is considering significant reductions to men's doubles events starting in 2028 as part of an internal review called Product 28.
Plans include shrinking Masters 1000 doubles fields from 32 to 16 pairs and ATP 500 and 250 draws from 16 to eight pairs. Prize money for doubles could also be reduced under a possible shift from the current 80-20 split favoring singles.
The proposals were first shown to the ATP Player Council two months ago in Rome and discussed further by doubles players at Wimbledon this week. The ATP said it is reviewing draw sizes and compensation to build a sustainable model while keeping doubles on the tour.
Doubles specialists including defending Wimbledon champions Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool face uncertainty if the changes are adopted. The ATP has not finalized any numbers and said further talks with players, tournaments, and its board will take place.