More than 150 professional doubles players have signed an open letter protesting the ATP's proposed reductions to the doubles calendar set for 2028. The collective action represents a significant show of unity among doubles specialists who argue the cuts would diminish their earning opportunities and the discipline's visibility.
The letter comes as the ATP Tour considers restructuring its tournament schedule, with doubles events reportedly facing reduced draw sizes and fewer dedicated tournaments. Players contend the changes would disproportionately affect doubles specialists who rely on a full calendar to sustain their careers.
Recent doubles champions Andre Goransson and Sem Verbeek, who captured the 2024 Infosys Hall of Fame Open title, are among the players affected by the potential changes. The Swedish-Dutch duo's victory highlighted the competitive depth in men's doubles that players say would be undermined by a reduced schedule.
The ATP has not yet issued a formal response to the letter. The governing body has previously stated that calendar reforms aim to streamline the tour and address player welfare concerns, though doubles players argue their specific needs have not been adequately considered in the planning process.
