Josh NobleJun 23, 2026 – 4.00pmThe head of the men’s professional tennis tour has warned that the sport’s continued failure to pool commercial businesses and reduce fragmentation between events is leading to billions of dollars in lost revenue.Andrea Gaudenzi, chairman of the Association of Tennis Professionals, told the Financial Times that bringing together the men’s and women’s tours, the International Tennis Federation and the four grand slams – Roland-Garros, Wimbledon and the Australian and US Opens – would transform the finances of tennis and unlock a huge potential fan base.Financial TimesSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Infighting and lost billions: How top tennis can ‘double its revenue’
ATP chairman Andrea Gaudenzi says the professional sport’s $US3.5 billion annual turnover could increase if tours and tournaments combine forces.
TL;DRAI
ATP chairman Gaudenzi warns tennis's fragmentation—men's and women's tours, ITF, and four grand slams separate—costs billions in annual lost revenue. Pooling commercial operations would unlock hidden value for broadcasters and sponsors while expanding the global fan base.
112 words~1 min read
