Alex Corretja suggests Grand Slam format change amid McEnroe's proposal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026

During a discussion on 'El Larguero,' John McEnroe proposed a Grand Slam rule change to play a best-of-five sets match with a 10-point tiebreak at 2-2. Former Grand Slam finalist Alex Corretja responded by suggesting a shift to best-of-three sets during the first week of major tournaments, aiming to foster upsets. Corretja emphasized that shorter formats could allow lower-ranked players a better chance against top seeds. The tennis community is considering these proposals, reflecting on how they could alter competitive dynamics in future tournaments.
- •John McEnroe proposed a tiebreak for best-of-five sets matches.
- •Alex Corretja suggests best-of-three sets for early rounds.
- •Corretja believes this could lead to more upsets.
- •Discussion took place during 'El Larguero.'
- •Potential format changes may reshape future Grand Slam tournaments.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Corretja proposes Grand Slam rule change in response to John McEnroe’s controversial suggestion
"John McEnroe caused quite a stir when he proposed a Grand Slam rule change. “My suggestion, which I’ve been making for 30, 40 years, even...
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