WTA Players Express Mixed Views on Five-Set Matches Proposal at Grand Slams

The proposal to extend women's Grand Slam matches to best-of-five sets from the quarter-finals, supported by USTA CEO Craig Tiley, has divided WTA players. While some, like Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, see potential physical advantages, others including Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina express concerns about audience interest, match quality, and mental and physical readiness. The change would mark a significant shift from the current best-of-three format and may require adjustments to the tennis calendar.