The WTA Finals conclude in Cancun, Mexico on November 5 and just two days later the Billie Jean King Cup begins in Seville. This means that world number three Coco Gauff, currently injured in the shoulder, and number four Jessica Pegula also drop out of the team competition in Spain, where twelve nations are participating.
Even last year it was close between the events and then Swiatek directed criticism, which was not heard, says the BBC.
– I am disappointed that the leading tennis organizations have not been able to arrange something as basic as a reasonable competition calendar. They have only given us one day to travel across the globe with several time zones difference, Swiatek said a year ago – something that is just as relevant this year.
Three players must double
The overly dense program entails unnecessary risks.
– The situation means that it is not safe for our health and there is a risk of injuries, said Swiatek, who returned in the fall after showing signs of exhaustion – from a too intense program.
Elena Rybakina, Marketa Vondrousova and Karolina Muchova plan to play both tournaments.