Grand Slams
Top tennis players reject grand slams' player council offer
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The world's top 10 male and female tennis players, including Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka, have rejected an offer from three Grand Slams to form a player council. They demand substantive responses on prize money shares and player welfare before further meetings. The dispute highlights ongoing frustrations over revenue distribution and governance in the sport.
Former tennis star Jo-Wilfried Tsonga has sparked debate by suggesting that winning a Grand Slam is easier today than during the dominance of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic. His comments, made ahead of the Australian Open, draw responses from coaches and players who argue the current era presents its own challenges with rising stars like Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
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Several top tennis players, including Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, were asked to remove wearable fitness trackers during the Australian Open 2026. The devices, approved by the ITF and tours, are not permitted at Grand Slams. Players expressed frustration, hoping for a policy change to monitor health and performance.