Feliciano “takes off his hat” with the Wimbledon decision

The Spanish Feliciano López, director of the Mutua Madrid Open, He reacted immediately to the decision of the Wimbledon tournament to consider the next year's seeds in accordance with the world ranking, and not by the criteria that the tournament had applied in recent years, noting: “I take off my hat before you “

In a message on his social networks, the southpaw from Toledo He appreciated this gesture from the All England Club.

“We appreciate this understanding and generosity in these uncertain times. I take my hat off to you once more. “ Feliciano wrote, who has been a quarterfinalist in this Grand Slam three times (2005, 2008 and 2011) and who last year demonstrated his ability on grass by winning the singles and doubles title in Queens.

Several tennis players applaud the distribution of money

“Thanks, it was a huge gesture. SYou will always be our favorite tournament “, wrote on Twitter Nick Kyrgios, you will receive £ 25,000 for which It would have been his participation in the main draw.

Belinda Bencic, number 8 of the WTA, assured that it is an “incredible” gesture and that means a lot to the players who need immediately the money.

“Incredible news. Always with class acts of this style and being a leader in our sport. Well done Wimbledon, see you next year, “said Belgian Kim Clijsters.

Based on the current ranking, 224 players would have played the previous phase of the tournament will receive 12,500 pounds each. The 256 that they would have participated in the main draw they will take 25,000, while that those who had played in the doubles will pocket 6,250.