'Cutting doubles would destroy careers' - angry players urge ATP rethink
Summary
More than 150 men’s doubles players, former players and national federations have urged the ATP to reconsider proposed changes to doubles events from 2028. The ATP plans to reduce draw sizes and may cut doubles’ share of prize money, while saying the changes aim to make the tour more sustainable.Key Facts
- The open letter includes 137 current players, 28 former players and 20 national federations.
- The proposal would reduce doubles draws at Masters 1000 events to 16 teams and at smaller tournaments to eight teams.
- Doubles could receive 10% of prize money instead of 20%, with the difference going to singles players.
- The ATP board is due to vote on the plans at next month’s ATP Finals in Turin.
- The ATP says its proposals draw on data about costs, revenue and viewership.
- Players say the ATP should promote doubles more and argue it is widely played by club members.
- Mike and Bob Bryan said they would support players considering legal action over the proposals.
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