Elena Rybakina, currently ranked world No. 4 in tennis, has voiced her dissatisfaction with the new two-week format introduced in the Madrid and Rome tournaments, stating that it can become “boring” for players.
During her promising run at the Madrid Open, Rybakina openly criticized the extended duration of the tournaments, expressing her belief that it does not benefit players. She remarked, “I would say it’s long because it’s kind of boring to stay also, like you do your routines, then it’s becoming a bit boring to really stay too long in these tournaments. I don’t know.”
Her candid remarks highlight the challenges players face in adapting to the prolonged schedule, which can lead to monotony and fatigue. Despite her honesty, Rybakina’s comments shed light on the need for reconsideration of the tournament format to better accommodate players’ needs and maintain their enthusiasm throughout the event.
As the tennis world grapples with evolving tournament structures and schedules, players like Rybakina provide valuable insight into the impact of such changes on their performance and overall experience. Their feedback serves as a catalyst for ongoing discussions aimed at enhancing the competitiveness and appeal of the sport.
While Rybakina’s comments may spark debate within the tennis community, they underscore the importance of player perspectives in shaping the future of the sport. As tournaments seek to strike a balance between tradition and innovation, prioritizing player feedback remains essential in ensuring a dynamic and player-centric approach to tournament organization.
As the Rome Open unfolds, Rybakina’s remarks serve as a reminder of the ongoing dialogue surrounding tournament formats and their impact on player well-being and performance. With players at the forefront of these discussions, the tennis community continues to explore ways to optimize the tournament experience for all involved.
Elena Rybakina in 2024
Ranked no.4, Rybakina played her last match on the 2nd of May when she lost to world no.2 Aryna Sabalenka 1-6 7-5 7-6(5) in the semifinal in Madrid (draw).
This season Rybakina owns an overall 30-5 record. Elena clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Brisbane, Abu Dhabi and Stuttgart. Rybakina was the finalist in Doha and Miami.
Elena Rybakina will fight against the world no.161 Irina-Camelia Begu in the 2nd round on Friday at 1:00 pm on CENTER COURT. Their actual record is 1-0 for Begu.
The Kazakhstani clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Brisbane, Abu Dhabi and Stuttgart. Elena got to the final in Doha (Qatar TotalEnergies Open) and in Miami (Miami Open).
The Kazakhstani won 8 titles in her career: 4 on hard courts, 3 on clay courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of her titles)
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