‘They Know the Men Better’- Yesteryear Argentinian Tennis Star Gets Real on Controversial French Open Move to Dismiss Women’s Tennis Players

There are many people raising questions over the late-night matches in the French Open. Previous year there were some utterances from the official position like, “Men’s matches are attractive“. However, this line of argument is no longer used for the lack of women’s matches. Amelie Mauresmo, the director of the French Open, gave some reasons as to why they don’t have women like other Grand Slam tournaments.

But still, the fundamental question lingers. And that is if men’s matches are more attractive. And what exactly do women’s matches lack? Former Argentine star Gabriela Sabatini shared her views regarding the same while talking to Clay História de tenis.

Gabriela Sabatini on the ever changing WTP rankings

In the interview, former World No 3 opened up on a host of issues. She talked about the state of Argentine tennis, Rafael Nadal, and his return. And of course, what would she change in tennis. While talking about the recent night match controversy, she opined that women’s tennis was competitive. However, she admitted that players keep changing in women’s tennis. Like there are always new players dominating.

Later, she explained how it impacts public attention. She said, “I think women’s tennis is very good, it’s very competitive, although the players are changing. It’s not that there are one, two, or three who dominate. Now Iga Swiatek is doing it, but it varies a lot.” 

It is a fact that Iga Swiatek was able to maintain her record-breaking dominance. But while looking at other players, the entry and exit are very fluid. Garbine Muguruza, for example, occupied the spots in the tennis rankings. But later she slid down sharply.

Sabatini on why the public feels a bit detached from WTA

The former Argentine star also commented upon how this fluidity of entry and exit impact public imagination. She said that once too many are coming in and out, the public is not able to develop a connection. She said while talking to Clay Historias de tenis, “Maybe what happens is that the names don’t register as much because they vary so much. There is a lot of change and then you don’t identify with the players as much because you don’t know them.” Furthermore, she commented,” They know the men better,” while referring to the public.

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It is essential for the organizers to grant space to women’s matches fairly. Yet the words of the Argentine star may spark some introspection.

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