Danielle Collins opens up on perception of mens v women's tennis as retirement looms: "It is a problem of society"
WTAThursday, 29 February 2024 at 02:30
America’s Danielle Collins has once again highlighted the difference in perception regarding men’s and women’s tennis in society.
There have been voices raised across different platforms about
how men’s and women’s tennis have been treated differently at so many levels.
The 30-year-old was recently quoted in a report where she
highlighted how the perception is different when it comes to men’s and women’s
tennis in the community
"After I talked about my cases of endometriosis and
rheumatoid arthritis, many people affected by the same problems contacted me to
support me,” she said. “For many people it comes as a surprise that a
professional of my age comes into contact with these health problems.
Collins further went on to reveal that the WTA locker room
has great cohesion, something which has not been discussed often. She also highlighted
that her colleagues have been a real support for her.
"I confess that my colleagues have been my greatest
support,” she said. “There is great cohesion within the WTA locker room.
Sometimes people only think about my history, but it's a shame because I do
many excellent things on the court both from the both mentally and physically.
“I tend to focus on my emotions. I'm often labeled an
emotional player. Men are never described or defined that way. It is a problem
of society, the way in which women's sport is described is very different if we
compare it with men's sport. There is still a lot to improve.”
Azeem Siddiqui is a seasoned sports journalist and data analyst with a strong background in both digital media and live sports production.
He began his journalism career working with partners of The New York Times and has since contributed to several leading international sports publications, including Fox Sports Asia, Calciomercato, and GiveMeSport. Since 2023, Azeem has been part of the TennisUpToDate team, where he has played a key role in sustaining the platform’s growth and ensuring tennis fans receive timely and reliable coverage of the sport’s biggest stories.
In addition to his editorial work, Azeem has extensive experience as a data analyst in live sports broadcasting—particularly in cricket—where he combines analytical precision with creative storytelling. He has collaborated with multiple production companies and cricket boards worldwide, delivering real-time insights and data-driven narratives during live match coverage.
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