Aryna Sabalenka’s war of words reveals the toll of tennis’s nonstop grind
World Number One Aryna Sabalenka clashed with Dubai Tournament Director Salah Tahlak over player welfare and the demanding tennis calendar. Sabalenka criticized Tahlak's call for harsher penalties on withdrawals, highlighting the relentless grind and lack of player protection. This dispute underscores the ongoing tension between player well-being and the sport's packed schedule.