Gabriela Sabatini Suggests Rethinking Length of Five-Set Matches

Gabriela Sabatini believes shorter five-set matches could benefit players’ health and improve fan engagement in the modern era.

She emphasized that lengthy matches can be physically demanding and mentally exhausting, especially during intense Grand Slam tournaments.

Sabatini noted that today’s game is faster and more powerful, making recovery between matches more difficult for many athletes.

The Argentine icon added that tennis should evolve with time while maintaining the sport’s integrity and competitive spirit.