# Doubles players urge tennis chiefs to protect format in open letter

A group of doubles players has signed an open letter asking tennis authorities to safeguard the doubles format. The plea comes amid concerns over proposed changes to the discipline. It matters for players’ livelihoods and the future of doubles tennis.

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### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/oct/26/doubles-players-sign-open-letter-pleading-with-tennis-chiefs-to-protect-format) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:55:46 GMT