"Can you imagine if they had to go two more sets?": Stubbs believes ATP/WTA 1000 shouldn't follow Grand Slam set route citing Cincinnati Open
WTATuesday, 22 August 2023 at 20:00
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Stubbs expressed her opinion that ATP/WTA 1000 matches should not be extended
to 5 sets after the Cincinnati Open.
The Western
& Southern Open delivered gripping matches, highlighted by Coco Gauff's
triumph over Karolina Muchova in the final with a score of 6-3, 6-4, and the
remarkable showdown between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, resulting in a
title for the 23-time Grand Slam champion with scores of 5-7, 7-6(7), 7-6(4).
Having witnessed
two consecutive Masters 1000 tournaments with only a week's gap before the US
Open, Rennae Stubbs, former coach of Serena Williams, voiced her opinion that
matches should remain in the three-set format due to the physical demands posed
by these tournaments:
“Seriously.
I know you’re all going to yell at me, but man this is enough! Can u imagine if
they had to go two more sets!???? The way the game is played now with these
rally’s, best of three is good!,” Stubbs wrote
“NO ONE
NEEDS 6 hour tennis matches! No one!!!! Also i could squash your argument with
some sets being lopsided. What was dramatic was the TB and the 5th set.”
“If it was
a slam final they would! If this was the us open we would be talking about it
in 10 years,” she added.
The same
world No. 1, Iga Swiatek, had previously called for reconsiderations from the
WTA to ensure that the physical demands allow players to maintain their pace.
During the Cincinnati week, there were several withdrawals throughout the
tournament, including Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, Holger Rune, Elena Rybakina,
and Marie Bouzkova.
This week,
most of the players who will compete in the main draw of the US Open will have
days of rest and preparation for the final Grand Slam of the year. Both in
men's and women's categories, the tournament will feature the battle for the
world No. 1 ranking, with Djokovic and Alcaraz in the men's section, and
Swiatek and Sabalenka in the women's.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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