Tennis chief calls out Swiatek, Sabalenka for – Sports News
Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek ought to forfeit rating factors after pulling out of the Dubai Tennis Championships, based on event director Salah Tahlak, who was sad with their late selections to withdraw.
“It was an unfortunate surprise last night to get news of the withdrawal of Aryna and Iga,” Tahlak mentioned. “And the reasons for withdrawal were a bit strange.
“Iga mentioned she wasn’t mentally able to compete, whereas Sabalenka mentioned she has some minor accidents. So I don’t know. I believe there needs to be a harsher punishment on the gamers [for withdrawing], not simply fines, they need to be docked rating factors.”
Tahlak pushed for more clarity on the specific injuries Sabalenka was dealing with and became more skeptical. “I even requested the [tournament] physician, what’s the damage?” Tahlak added.
“He mentioned it’s a minor damage, not one that may power her to withdraw from the event. And for Iga, I requested, ‘Isn’t this a unusual determination?’
“I feel they should deduct points from the players. A monetary fine won’t help. Many years ago, Serena Williams withdrew and was fined $100,000. But what is $100,000? She would play someplace else and make $1,000,000. So the fine isn’t a big deal.
“We have a assembly coming up in Rome and I need to make clear this concern. We have a consultant on behalf of the worldwide group [of tournaments] to talk for us with the WTA.
“Because it’s a shame that we’re spending these huge amounts to upgrade our facilities and in the end the players are the main part (of this tournament).”
After saying her determination to withdraw, Sabalenka mentioned: “I’m really sorry I have to withdraw from Dubai. I have such a special connection with the tournament, the fans and the city. Unfortunately, I am not feeling 100 percent. But I hope to be back next year and wish the tournament a great event.”
Swiatek’s statement read: “I’m sorry to announce that I cannot be enjoying Dubai this yr as a result of a change of schedule. I hope I’ll come back subsequent yr to expertise the great event. See you guys in Indian Wells.”
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