World No. 6 Taylor Fritz stated the Worldwide Tennis Federation’s (ITF) choice to permit off-court teaching from 2025 would spoil the one vs. one strategic and psychological parts of the sport.
The ITF introduced Monday that off-court teaching might be allowed from Jan. 1 following a choice made on the governing physique’s annual common assembly this month.
It stated the change would make tennis “fairer and, doubtlessly, extra entertaining”.
Off-court teaching had already been carried out on a trial foundation in all 4 Grand Slams in addition to the ATP and WTA excursions since 2023.
US Open finalist Fritz had beforehand been crucial of off-court teaching and expressed his displeasure with the rule change in a publish on X on Monday, writing: “Can we cease ruining the 1v1 psychological/strategic side of the game PLEASE.”
Former world No. 10 Denis Shapovalov stated the choice to permit off-court teaching was “unhappy to see” as a fan of the game.
“Tennis is particular since you are on the market alone. Why are you attempting to vary the great thing about this recreation,” the Canadian posted on X.
ITF senior government director Stuart Miller stated the choice had been made after consulting with key stakeholders, together with gamers, coaches and umpires.
“Gamers felt it was a optimistic growth and makes tournaments extra fascinating for them. Coaches have stated it helps participant growth and helps to enhance the standing of their occupation,” Miller added.
“Chair umpires have stated it improves their means to give attention to monitoring the sport and making the fitting choices, somewhat than whether or not or not a coach is teaching towards the foundations.”