Hours After ATP’s Sensational Saudi Move, Serena Williams’ Ex-coach Spurs Debate With a Strong Take on the WTA Tour – ‘Worth More Than..’

The issue surrounding Saudi’s involvement in tennis is backing up pace. The WTA recently announced that this year’s finals and the next five years will be held in Riyadh. However, this decision was not welcomed by many. Among them were tennis greats Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova.

However, joining their crew is one of the greatest female coaches, Rennae Stubbs. Having coached many players throughout her life, she has also been a vocal advocate for injustice. Serena Williams‘ former coach Stubbs recently took to Twitter to highlight her dissatisfaction with the ongoing issue. She highlighted many actors that led her to oppose the ongoing debate surrounding the WTA finals this year.

Serena Williams’ former coach joins tennis legends in opposing Saudi’s involvement

The Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) has stirred controversy by revealing Riyadh as the chosen host for the upcoming five WTA Finals. This decision has met with opposition from prominent figures, including Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, and now, Rennae Stubbs. The renowned American coach took to Twitter, conducting a poll that sought public opinion on the preferred location for the prestigious tournament.

Stubbs made her stance clear: the WTA Finals should be held in places that genuinely appreciate and value women’s tennis, treating athletes with equal respect and opportunity. Stubbs’ appeal for prioritizing the principles of equality and respect over financial incentives has resonated deeply within the tennis community.

“@WTA let’s take our finals to places that appreciate women and women’s tennis & that truly love tennis and want us there EQUALLY!!!! I vote for Prague or DC! If their bids are comparable why not!!!???? Women’s lives and equal treatment are worth more than a few extra $.” said Stubbs in the tweet.

Thus, as the debate intensifies, Stubbs’ viewpoint underscores the call for alignment between the WTA’s choices and the principles of gender equality and respect for the athletes and the sport itself.

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It will now be interesting to see what the WTA holds in response to the statements made by major personalities in tennis.

Rennae Stubbs has been a vocal advocate for women’s equality

Over the years, Stubbs has been a vocal advocate for women’s equality just like her student Serena Williams. She has. at times highlighted the major issues surrounding the WTA like the issue of having fewer female coaches in the sport. Along with this, she has also stood up for equal rights.

Thus, Rennae Stubbs has been upfront when it comes to highlighting major issues surrounding women. With her latest take on WTA, she stands as a pillar of admiration who has always been vocal about injustice. However, it will now be exciting to see WTA’s take on the issue.

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