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PTPA Sues Tennis Governing Bodies Over Alleged Antitrust Violations

The Novak Djokovic-led association accuses the ATP, WTA, ITF, and ITIA of financial exploitation, unfair practices, and neglecting player welfare.

Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 24, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic gestures during a press conference after retiring from his semi final match against Germany's Alexander Zverev REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon/File Photo
Tennis - Qatar Open - Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, Doha, Qatar - February 20, 2025  Spain's Carlos Alcaraz waves to the crowd after losing his quarter final match against Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka REUTERS/Ibraheem Al Omari/File Photo
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Aug 7, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, Canada; Vasek Pospisil (CAN) hits a backhand against Sebastian Korda (USA) (not pictured) in first round play at IGA Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo

Overview

  • The Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) filed lawsuits in the US, UK, and EU, alleging anticompetitive practices by tennis' governing bodies.
  • The lawsuits claim players face suppressed earnings, unsustainable schedules, and invasive practices, including excessive drug testing and privacy violations.
  • The PTPA seeks structural reforms such as increased revenue sharing, better player representation, and changes to ranking and sponsorship systems.
  • The ATP and WTA have dismissed the lawsuits as baseless, emphasizing their commitment to player welfare and financial stability.
  • The legal battle, involving support from over 250 players, could lead to significant changes in professional tennis governance.