Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner have ended their media boycotts just hours before the 2026 Wimbledon tournament.
What happened?
The World No.1's had limited their media appearances to just 15 minutes in protest of the prize money on offer to players.
Aryna Sabalenka was one of the leading players to voice her frustration with the current prize money structure.
Why it matters for Aryna Sabalenka
Sabalenka had been asked about her decision to wear jewelry worth over $100,000 on court while asking for increased prize money.
The 23-time Grand Slam winner Serena Williams is also set to compete in the tournament, returning as a wildcard this year.
What comes next?
The All England Club has committed to returning with specific proposals to address the players' concerns, and Sabalenka and Sinner will resume their full media commitments.
A statement issued on their behalf read that the underlying matters remain unresolved, and players will carefully evaluate the proposals once received.
The eyes of the tennis world are firmly fixed on SW19 as Wimbledon gets underway, with most of the interest centered on Serena Williams' stunning return to tennis.
Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner will now focus on their Wimbledon campaigns, with their first matches set to take place on Tuesday.
The prize money debate is set to continue, with players like Sabalenka, Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Coco Gauff, and Iga Swiatek all pushing for increased prize money based on the revenue generated by Grand Slam events.
The 2026 Wimbledon tournament is set to be an exciting one, with many top players competing for the title.
Aryna Sabalenka will be looking to make a strong start to her campaign, and her fans will be eagerly watching her progress throughout the tournament.