The ATP's plan to overhaul doubles in tennis is a controversial move that has sparked intense debate among coaches, players, and fans alike. While the ATP argues that the changes are necessary to promote singles and reduce costs, many in the doubles community see it as a direct attack on their livelihoods. Calvin Betton, a renowned doubles coach, is among the critics. In an exclusive interview, Betton expressed his disgust with the ATP's proposal, which includes reducing prize money for doubles and shrinking draws. He argues that the ATP is not representing the interests of doubles players, but rather those of singles players who are already the richest in the sport. Betton points out that the ATP has refused to promote doubles and even prevented doubles players from promoting their own product on social media. He believes that the ATP's motivation is to pay singles players more money, which he finds particularly disgusting. Betton also questions the logic behind the ATP's decision, arguing that doubles generates significant revenue through ticket sales and merchandise. He believes that the ATP is not considering the impact of their decisions on fans and the paying public. The doubles coach predicts that the changes will lead to a decline in doubles tournaments and players, as the ranking system will prioritize singles. He also suggests that the ATP's actions may be driven by a desire to appease singles players who are already multi-millionaires and are complaining about their share of revenue from Grand Slams. As the doubles community discusses the proposal and prepares a statement, Betton believes that the ATP's actions may ultimately harm the sport and its fans. He calls for a legal route to be taken against the ATP, arguing that their decisions are not in the best interest of tennis as a whole.
