Top Tennis Players Opt for DC Open Over Paris Olympics

Players prioritize health, ranking points, and US Open preparation by choosing Washington tournament.

Emma Raducanu and other prominent players chose the DC Open to avoid switching back to clay courts before the US Open.
Many players cited the need to protect their health and maintain traditional tennis schedules.
The DC Open features top-20 players and Grand Slam champions, making it a competitive alternative to the Olympics.
Some players, like Ons Jabeur and Paula Badosa, opted out of the Olympics due to injury concerns.
Despite some stars choosing the Olympics, the DC Open has sold out stadium tickets for the fourth consecutive year.