French Open won't budge on this year's prize money despite players' plans for media protest, tournament director says
The French Open tournament director, Amélie Mauresmo, confirmed that there will be no changes to this year's prize money despite players' plans for a media protest. Players have expressed frustration over their compensation at Grand Slam events and are considering a boycott. A meeting between tournament organizers and players is scheduled to discuss the issue further.
- ▪Amélie Mauresmo stated there will be no changes to the prize money for the 2026 French Open.
- ▪Players plan to limit their press availability as a form of protest against current compensation levels.
- ▪The protest is symbolically tied to the 15% of revenue that Grand Slams allocate to prize money.
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