MUMBAI: With lower-level players reeling financially from the tennis shutdown over the coronavirus, the Women's Tennis Association told Reuters it is working to boost players' earnings when the sport resumes and considering extending the 2020 season.
"It is our sincere hope to return to the court as soon as possible - when the health and safety or our players, fans and staffs can be guaranteed, we will be back competing." The International Tennis Federation , the sport's governing body, also postponed its lower-tier World Tennis Tour until June 8.The Nov. 1-8 WTA Finals is the season-ending tournament on the women's Tour calendar before the season heads into a break of eight to 10 weeks.
"We wish there was a way everyone, especially those in need the most, could be compensated at the level they were expecting, but the needs are so great and the WTA unfortunately is not in a financial position to do that," the WTA said.
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