Novak Djokovic -led Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA) has long been in a tussle with the ATP, WTA, and the Grand Slams over a lawsuit alleging that the governing bodies fail to compensate athletes fairly. Added to that are concerns about the increasingly demanding tournament schedule. The 24-time Grand Slam champion has repeatedly voiced his frustration, urging the tours to address player-related issues — and he reiterated those sentiments once again this month in Riyadh. However, not everyone agrees with the Serbian’s stance, including a former ATP icon.

During the Six Kings Slam exhibition, Djokovic took part in the Joy Forum, where he spoke candidly about the state of tennis. He highlighted concerns over pay disparity and explained how the PTPA has, in recent years, atte

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