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Players Slam Rotterdam Open Balls as ATP Seeks Solutions

2/11/2026

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Daniil Medvedev criticized the Head Tour XT balls at the Rotterdam Open, calling them 'not round' and 'horrible' in his first-round match.
Alex de Minaur echoed the concerns, saying the balls are hard to control and favor big hitters.
Arthur Fils called for improvements, labeling the balls 'terrible'.
The ATP is working toward standardizing ball quality.
De Minaur is scheduled to face Stan Wawrinka as the Rotterdam Open continues.

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Daniil Medvedev criticized the Head Tour XT balls at the Rotterdam Open, calling them 'not round' and 'horrible' in his first-round match.
Alex de Minaur echoed the concerns, saying the balls are hard to control and favor big hitters.
Arthur Fils called for improvements, labeling the balls 'terrible'.
The ATP is working toward standardizing ball quality.
De Minaur is scheduled to face Stan Wawrinka as the Rotterdam Open continues.