Zverev: Increased Prize Money Won't Solve Masters Withdrawal Issues
Alexander Zverev has expressed skepticism regarding the idea that larger financial incentives would persuade the sport's elite players to participate in less competitive Masters 1000 tournaments. His comments come as the Montreal Masters commences without prominent figures such as Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, and the injured Carlos Alcaraz. The world No. 2 contended that financial incentives are not the primary motivation for players like Djokovic. He stated, "It's not rocket science…"
English Translation:
Alexander Zverev dismissed the idea that bigger financial incentives could lure the game’s biggest names back into depleted Masters 1000 draws, speaking as the Montreal Masters got under way on Sunday without Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and an injured Carlos Alcaraz. The world No. 2 argued that money was the wrong lever to pull for a player like Djokovic. He stated, "It’s not rocket science…"
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