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New Grand Slam Players Council


The four Grand Slams have just announced that they are setting up a players advisory council (men and women) 

https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/grand_slam_player_advisory_council

The aim is very much to difuse the hoo-hah there was at Wimbledon and others about prize money, players' share, etc etc

"The Grand Slams are the biggest events of the year and the events that the players prioritize and focus on throughout the season," American Jessica Pegula, the No. 3-ranked woman, said in a statement. "Their impact on a player's career cannot be overstated, and that is why it is so important that we have a voice in matters at these tournaments."

The Grand Slams said the goal of the council will be to strengthen the partnership between the tournaments and the players, with a focus on player input into sporting matters at the events.

The tournaments and players are currently developing the composition and structure of the council. Interested players will be invited to apply for positions.

The US Open added:

The US Open has a long history of listening to players, and this player support program and Council builds on that commitment. We look forward to working directly with players to better understand the opportunities and challenges they face, and to continue finding meaningful ways to support them both on and off the court, said Brian Vahaly, Chairman of the Board and President of the USTA. 

NB The player support programme refered to is a different thing - an US Open initial $2 million programme "designed to complement existing end-of-career pension funds, this new US Open program will bring a range of benefits for mid-career life events and retirement transitions."

 

 



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