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Will Women’s Tennis Cross the Saudi Rubicon?

The Politics of Everything

CHAPTER

Financial Struggles and Geopolitical Conversations in Women's Tennis

The chapter discusses the financial struggles of the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) and the complex geopolitical conversations surrounding the sport. It explores the dilemmas faced by the WTA in accepting money from Saudi Arabia and raises concerns about sending top female athletes to a country with limited women's rights. The chapter also discusses potential alternatives to accepting Saudi money and advocates for uniting the tours to create more coherent and engaging events.

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