Doubles players call for ATP to reconsider proposed format changes

Over 150 men's doubles players, including Wimbledon champions and legends, have signed an open letter urging the ATP to rethink proposed cuts to doubles events. The proposals aim to halve draw sizes at Masters 1000 events and reduce prize money allocation for doubles from 20% to 10%. Sem Verbeek, a key figure in the initiative, expressed concern that these changes could jeopardize the future of doubles tennis. The ATP plans to vote on these changes at the ATP Finals in Turin next month, asserting that the reforms are intended to strengthen the tour's sustainability. Players have stated that they will continue to advocate for doubles' importance in the sport.

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