Former British No 1 Tim Henman has urged the ATP to rethink its tournament schedule, saying the 12‑day duration of Masters 1000 events amounts to “too much” tennis for players.
Henman, who reached a career‑high ranking of world No 4 and was a three‑time Wimbledon semifinalist, has become a vocal advocate for player welfare since retiring from the professional circuit.
The Masters 1000 series comprises nine elite tournaments that sit just below the Grand Slams in prestige and points. Each event typically runs for 12 days, requiring players to compete in up to eight matches in a short span.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Henman argued that the length of these tournaments places excessive physical demands on athletes, and he called for adjustments to the calendar to reduce the strain.
His comments join a broader conversation within tennis about scheduling and recovery time, as officials and players continue to assess how the tour’s structure impacts performance and longevity.
<small>Source: Sky Sports — read the original story there.</small>