Seven-time Grand Slam champion John McEnroe ‘completely disagrees’ with the Australian Open being expanded from 14 days to 15.
Tournament chief Craig Tiley claims to have taken the decision to ease the pressure on players and avoid late-night finishes.
But McEnroe is wholly unconvinced.
“First of all, it’s a money grab as far as I’m concerned,” McEnroe told ESPN. “They just found another way to make some money. I don’t agree with it. I’m a commentator. No one’s particularly concerned about my feelings.
“The players, if they accept it and they’re getting something from it, like some money for their pensions or retirement for some players that don’t have insurance, I would say that’s a good thing that they have added an extra day.
“I don’t think that has happened, just like it didn’t happen at the French Open. I completely disagree with it.”
