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Key takeaways
- Top players have criticized the Open organizers for reducing the players' share of revenue to an alleged 14.3% -- compared to 22% at standard ATP and WTA events.
- To show their discontent, many competing at Roland Garros, where play begins on Sunday, are planning to limit their interaction with reporters to 15 minutes during Friday's traditional pre-tournament media day.
- Mauresmo, a former Australian Open and Wimbledon champion, said she remained open to dialogue and was confident of a solution.
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Top players have criticized the Open organizers for reducing the players' share of revenue to an alleged 14.3% -- compared to 22% at standard ATP and WTA events.
To show their discontent, many competing at Roland Garros, where play begins on Sunday, are planning to limit their interaction with reporters to 15 minutes during Friday's traditional pre-tournament media day.
Mauresmo, a former Australian Open and Wimbledon champion, said she remained open to dialogue and was confident of a solution. A meeting is expected on Friday between tournament organizers and the players and their representatives.
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