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WTA Stars Demand Overhaul of Grueling Tournament Schedule

1/30/2025

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WTA star Anastasia Potapova voiced her worries over the grueling tournament calendar, resonating with Iga Swiatek's earlier critiques. With countless mandatory events squeezing out personal time, Potapova highlighted the struggle to balance competition and rest, calling for a much-needed overhaul while recognizing the honor of competing at such a high level.

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WTA star Anastasia Potapova voiced her worries over the grueling tournament calendar, resonating with Iga Swiatek's earlier critiques. With countless mandatory events squeezing out personal time, Potapova highlighted the struggle to balance competition and rest, calling for a much-needed overhaul while recognizing the honor of competing at such a high level.