Overview

• The ATP and National Bank Open declined to adjust Alejandro Davidovich Fokina’s 11 a.m. match slot, citing sold tickets and TV rights, leaving his schedule unchanged.
• Fokina published an open letter accusing tour organizers of prioritising commercial commitments over player well-being on the second day of play.
• Former British No.1 Dan Evans took to social media to dismiss Fokina’s objections as “pathetic” and urged him to “wake up and play.”
• Leylah Fernandez voiced similar grievances in Montreal after assurances of a night match failed to materialise during a tight turnaround between tournaments.
• Players’ public clash highlights growing tension on the 12-day hard-court swing over match timing fairness, travel strain and recovery demands.