Wimbledon organisers urged to change rules just days before tournament starts

Conchita Martinez won the tournament back in 1994
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Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez wants the tournament to change the rules for the men's matches as the start of the competition creeps closer.
The third Grand Slam of the year will commence on Monday, with millions of fans from all over the world poised to tune in.
The men's matches will be intriguing to watch, with Carlos Alcaraz aiming to win the tournament for the third year on the trot.
Novak Djokovic will be out to equal Roger Federer's record of eight Wimbledon titles, however, while Jannik Sinner will be eager to avenge his recent defeat in the French Open final.

Wimbledon commences on June 30 with Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic among the favourites
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For years, men's matches have consisted of five sets.
However, 1994 Wimbledon women's champion Martinez wants tournament organisers to change things up by reducing fixtures to three sets instead.
The 53-year-old, speaking to BoyleSports, who offer the latest tennis betting, said: “I’m more for men playing best of three sets.
“Of course we had that incredible final at Roland Garros but in other matches, one set can be nowhere as good as the next set so it can be inconsistent.
“For me, it was harder to stay and watch all five sets.
"I’m pretty confident women can play best of five sets but it’s about the quality and keeping the spectator engaged.”
Martinez also opened up on Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu's chances of glory.
Alcaraz has already won five Grand Slams at the age of 22 - and his compatriot feels he's 'complete' enough to add to his haul this summer.
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Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez wants the tournament to change the rules for the men's matches as the start of the competition creeps closer
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“If you look at the history of Spanish tennis you had Rafael Nadal, now you have Carlos Alcaraz," she added.
“Nadal was No 1 in the world. For Alcaraz at such a young age, he already has five major titles, it makes you believe that he’s going to be competing for a lot of Grand Slams.
"He says that he wants to be the best player of all time. There’s a long way to go but he’s doing amazing.
“When I first saw him play, I thought he was refreshing. He would enjoy playing tennis and hitting great shots.
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“In his first year I was wondering whether he has nothing to lose but when he’s been able to maintain this level, that’s when I thought things could get tougher and he’s had to cope with that pressure but he’s doing amazing.
“I like him very much, he’s very complete and he’s full of courage, even when things are difficult.
"He’s true to his tactics. All of a sudden, he can do a serve and volley out of nowhere. He has a lot of confidence so he’s ready for anything.”
As for Raducanu, Martinez is enthused by the Briton's coaching partnership with Mark Petchey.

Wimbledon champion Conchita Martinez has hailed Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz
| Getty“I think she has got a good connection with her coaches and to have that stability to follow and trust the process. It’s the only way. If you don’t believe in your coaches, there’s nothing they can do," she continued.
“We practiced with her in Australia when Nick Cavaday was there, we practiced in Rome when Mark Petchey joined her team. I really like the chemistry there. They smile a lot. It’s very good for Emma.
“When you can be positive and teach her to work hard but to have a bit of fun, that’s a good feeling. With this team and some stability, she has recovered her ranking, she’s got great wins so she needs to stay healthy and compete the whole year.
“Mark is very knowledgeable. He was teaching her on clay which is a different surface and it’s not easy so the dynamic there is very good.”










