Carlos Alcaraz, Taylor Fritz and Tennis’ Unresolved Ball Problem

Tennis is blistering fast, and yet the very thing at the core of the game is proving to be a major hindrance for the elite. Complaints are coming in from the Grand Slams right down through the ATP and WTA circuits about the tennis ball. The issues are all the same: inconsistent bounces, a sudden loss of pace, and massive amounts of wear. The boiling point came during the Asian swing, with Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz both quite vocal about their frustration. It’s no longer just a question of the look of the game.