“ I think that sport should be like this, just to be fair with the opponent, with yourself , ” Carlos Alcaraz once said at Roland Garros, after a small act of sportsmanship drew praise from fans and fellow players alike. Alcaraz has always been someone who has tried to uphold the integrity of tennis, to make it fairer, transparent, and respectful to those who play it. And he keeps doing it again.
Carlos’ outlook now extends beyond the court. This summer, the Spaniard joined Coco Gauff and a host of other top players in sending a second letter to the four Grand Slams demanding clearer, fairer rules and a bigger share of tournament revenues. Dated July 30, the letter calls for raising the players’ revenue share from about 16% to 22% by 2030, bolstering pensions, health, and maternity