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Doubles players accuse ATP of jeopardizing their profession at Wimbledon

Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 5:11 AM

Last updated Jul 3, 2026

Doubles players accuse ATP of jeopardizing their profession at Wimbledon

Summary

Leading doubles players have condemned the ATP Tour's proposed changes during a meeting at Wimbledon, claiming they threaten the viability of doubles as a profession. The ATP aims to halve the size of doubles draws by 2028 and reduce the percentage of prize money for doubles from 20% to 10%, reallocating funds to singles players. Players warn this could end opportunities for those ranked outside the top 30, making it financially unsustainable to pursue a career in doubles. An ATP spokesperson acknowledged the review of the doubles model, stating that it is intended to create a long-term sustainable framework for the game. Ongoing discussions will involve consultation with players and tournaments regarding any potential adjustments.

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By the Numbers

•Players accuse ATP of trying to end doubles as a profession.
•Proposed changes could halve doubles draws at ATP events by 2028.
•Doubles players' prize money percentage may drop from 20% to 10%.
•ATP plans to consult players and tournaments on potential changes.
•Concerns arise over player sustainability outside the top 30 rankings.

Latest Updates

11:34 AMYahoo Sports — Doubles players condemn ATP Tour's plan to cut prize money and tournament sizes
5:11 AMYahoo Sports — 'Not a carnival sideshow' - doubles players fear cutbacks
5:11 AMBBC Sport — 'Not a carnival sideshow' - doubles players fear cutbacks

What they're saying

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Doubles players fear for their tennis future after being told by the ATP Tour that prize money and tournament sizes will decrease significantly starting in 2028. A group of leading doubles players issued a statement Friday saying they are not “a carnival sideshow”, and that it will be impossible for anyone outside the top 30 in the ATP doubles rankings to make a living if the new proposals are adopted. The statement comes after doubles players met with ATP officials at Wimbledon this week to discuss the future of a format that is struggling to draw an audience.
— Yahoo Sportsby MATTIAS KARÉN