Australian tennis stars push Sam Groth for senior leadership role
Australian tennis players, led by Alex de Minaur, are advocating for Sam Groth to take on a senior leadership role at Tennis Australia. They believe Groth's experience as a former player and politician makes him a suitable candidate to enhance player engagement and performance. The group has expressed their desire to meet with Tennis Australia’s new chairperson to discuss their support for Groth further.
- ▪A group of 11 Australian tennis players has endorsed Sam Groth for a senior leadership position at Tennis Australia.
- ▪They sent a letter to the new chairperson, Chris Harrop, expressing their support for Groth's candidacy.
- ▪Groth has a background as a Davis Cup representative and a former politician, which the players believe gives him valuable insight into the needs of athletes.
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