Tennis Star Aryna Sabalenka Demands Fairer Prize Money Distribution, Threatens Boycott

ExpandAdd as a preferredsource on google The world's number one women's tennis player, Aryna Sabalenka, said on Tuesday that players deserve a bigger share of the prize money for Grand Slam tournaments. The four-time Grand Slam winner also said she's willing to boycott tournaments for a bigger share. Read Trending VideosArina Sabalenka said at a press conference at the Italian Open, "I think the show is on our side. Without us, there's no tournament. That's not entertainment. We definitely deserve more money. I think at some point we'll boycott the stakes. That's the only way to fight for our rights." The advertiser said, "We girls can easily come together and go for it. I think some things are very wrong with the players. At some point it'll hit its peak." Last year, almost all the big four signed letters to the Grand Slams asking for two paychecks, better maternity leave, and better retirement benefits.