Sinner, Sabalenka and Gauff criticise Roland Garros prize money and player welfare
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Updated · Al Jazeera English · May 4
Sinner, Sabalenka and Gauff criticise Roland Garros prize money and player welfare
10 articles · Updated · Al Jazeera English · May 4
In a statement before the May 24 Paris start, they said the 61.7 million-euro purse leaves players with a shrinking share of tournament revenue.
The group said players' share fell from 15.5% in 2024 to a projected 14.9% in 2026, well below the 22% they want to match ATP and WTA 1000 events.
They also said organisers have not responded on pensions, long-term healthcare and transparent representation, extending a dispute after a letter sent to all four Grand Slam heads last year.
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