Summary
Amelie Mauresmo, the French Open director, addressed criticism for not scheduling women's matches during the tournament's night sessions. These sessions, introduced in 2021, have mostly featured men's matches. Mauresmo explained the choice by noting logistical concerns like match length and ending times.
Key Facts
- Amelie Mauresmo is the French Open tournament director.
- Night sessions at the tournament have so far only featured men's singles matches.
- The night session format began in 2021.
- Mauresmo explained that women's matches haven't been scheduled at night because they are typically shorter, being best of three sets.
- The decision also relates to logistical concerns, like avoiding late finishes if two matches were scheduled.
- Some say that not scheduling women's matches at night could harm the growth of women’s sports.
- Searches for ways to better promote women's games happen each year at the French Open.
