The litigation involves a group of current and former professional players and the Professional Tennis Players Association, who allege that various tennis organizations violated antitrust laws regarding the governance and operation of the sport. While the current agreement focuses exclusively on Tennis Australia, the underlying claims against other entities—including the ATP Tour, WTA Tour, the French Tennis Federation, the All England Lawn Tennis Club, and the U.S. Tennis Association—remain active.
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Professional tennis players face deadline in Tennis Australia settlement
Professional tennis players who have competed in ATP, WTA, or Grand Slam events since March 18, 2021, may be eligible for a class action settlement with Tennis Australia. This legal development marks a significant shift in the broader antitrust lawsuit involving the sport's major governing bodies and the PTPA.
Unlike traditional monetary settlements, this specific agreement centers on non-monetary benefits, primarily Tennis Australia’s commitment to provide cooperation and evidence relevant to the plaintiffs' ongoing claims. Players who do not opt out by the November 30, 2026, deadline will remain in the class, effectively forfeiting their right to pursue independent legal action against Tennis Australia regarding these specific claims. Those seeking to exclude themselves or file an objection must act before the end of November. Detailed information regarding rights and upcoming court hearings is available through the case website at www.TennisPlayersLitigation.com or by contacting 1-888-808-5799.
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