Summary
Top tennis players like Alex de Minaur and Iga Swiatek express concerns about their demanding schedules, which they say could lead to burnout and shorter careers. The ATP and WTA Tours are considering changes to provide longer breaks and improve players' well-being.
Key Facts
- Alex de Minaur, ranked ninth in the world, said he felt "burned out" after an early French Open exit.
- The tennis season for top players stretches over 11 months, with little time off.
- Jannik Sinner played 79 matches in 17 tournaments last year; Aryna Sabalenka played 70 matches.
- The season includes four major tournaments: the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open.
- The ATP Tour is looking at potential calendar reforms to allow a longer off-season.
- Naomi Osaka shared that she often competes while dealing with injuries, which highlights players' physical strain.
- Players like De Minaur believe that the intense schedule may shorten careers due to mental and physical exhaustion.
