Tennis star Arnnis Sabalenka, currently world number 1, caused a sensation in the world of sport after having filed an official complaint with Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). The Belarusian tennis player expressed her indignation after having publicly revealed the remuneration gap between her, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff, figures that have aroused controversy and a heated debate on equity in sport.

According to published data, Aryna Sabalenka has won a total annual income of$ 18.7 million, while Iga Swiatek, who is closest to her, won23.8 million dollarsDuring the same period. What surprised the announced salary of Coco Gauff, one of the youngest recruits of female tennis, who reached the impressive figure of$ 34.4 millionin one year.

This enormous disparity led Sabalenka to question the equity of the WTA remuneration system. In a striking statement, the world number 1 has expressed its frustration:
“Why, as the best classified player, do I earn less than the others?” It is difficult to understand why my position does not result in fair remuneration. »»

His complaint not only questions current wage policies, but also arouses a broader debate on the way in which achievements are valued and rewarded in women’s tennis. The situation has generated support among several colleagues, as well as criticism that points to various factors, such as sponsorships, popularity and trade agreements, which also influence income.

In the meantime, the WTA has simply declared that it would examine the case to guarantee transparency and equity, without making specific comments at the moment.

For Aryna Sabalenka, this moment is essential to require not only sporting recognition, but also a remuneration which reflects its efforts, its talent and its leadership in world tennis. Fans and experts will closely follow the evolution of this controversy and the measures that will be taken to guarantee fair compensation to all athletes.