Overview
- Top Americans Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton backed Jannik Sinner, saying leading ATP and WTA players are united in urging the four majors to act.
- Players sent an initial letter in March and a consolidated proposal in August but say they received no substantive reply, with a US Open meeting request rejected over the PTPA lawsuit.
- Requests include lifting prize money to roughly 22% of event revenue from the current 12–15% at the slams and creating a fund for pensions, healthcare and maternity support.
- Tournament organizers have pointed to the PTPA litigation and ongoing calendar negotiations for delaying formal talks, while Wimbledon says it is open to constructive dialogue.
- Player leaders frame the push as essential for lower‑ranked competitors who rely on early‑round earnings and seek greater input on scheduling decisions.