Tennis Stars Threaten Grand Slam Boycott Over Prize Money Dispute
Top players, including Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, are warning they might boycott a Grand Slam tournament due to disagreements over prize money. The players want a bigger share of the revenue generated by the four majors, better benefits, and more control over scheduling. Sabalenka stated that a boycott might be the only way to fight for their rights, emphasizing that without players, there wouldn’t be a tournament. Gauff supports the idea, saying she’d join a boycott if players unite. However, some players like Iga Swiatek and Emma Raducanu have mixed views on the boycott plan. The controversy follows the French Open’s 9.5% prize money increase, which players feel is insufficient compared to the 22% revenue share they believe they’re entitled to.
