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Sinner Highlights Player Frustration Over Grand Slam Respect and Prize Money

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Jannik Sinner, ATP world No. 1, emphasized players' growing discontent with Grand Slam organizers over perceived lack of respect and inadequate prize money distribution. While Sinner dismissed immediate boycott plans, he acknowledged top athletes feel undervalued, stating, 'We give much more than we receive.' The demand centers on securing a larger share of tournament revenues, with players seeking 22% of Grand Slam earnings—a figure significantly higher than the 9.5% offered at this year’s French Open. Sinner noted stalled negotiations since a 2023 letter from the top 10 men and women players, contrasting the ATP’s slow response with faster resolutions in other sports.