LONDON, June 27 — Wimbledon chief executive Sally Bolton said today she was relieved the world’s top stars had showed up at the Grand Slam even though no ranking points will be on offer.
Bolton, who said the decision to ban the players had been “incredibly difficult”, reiterated that Wimbledon organisers were disappointed with the decision taken by ATP and WTA. But two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray it would “never feel like an exhibition” despite the absence of points.Bolton said she expected record crowds for the Championships this year, with the tournament switching to a permanent policy of playing on the middle Sunday, which used to be a rest day.
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