Roger Federer backs call for shorter ATP schedule

| Written on 25 Oct, 2010 at 10:19 in Sports, Tennis | viewed 757 times

Stockholm: Roger Federer backed calls for a shortening of the ATP season, with the president of the Player Council saying that the proposal is simply a smart move.

“It makes complete sense to finish the season a bit earlier,” said the world number two Swiss after winning his 64th career title with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Florian Mayer at the Stockholm Open yesterday.

“I’m not complaining personally. I don’t mind since I just take breaks during the season. But for the average player it’s smart to finish at some stage and have a proper off-season.”

The ATP board ATP is due to discuss the controversial issue next month at the season-ending World Tour Finals in London. CEO Adam Helfant has said that the 11-month schedule can be shaved without forcing even one event out of business.

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