Tennis chiefs are facing calls to rescue players from Mexico after violence erupted in the country following the death of a notorious drug lord. Chaos has engulfed Mexico in the week both the ATP and WTA are hosting tournaments in the country. Violence broke out in Mexico after drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes was killedEmma Navarro and Frances Tiafoe are both slated to play in Mexico this week, with both the WTA and ATP hosting events in the countryChaos has engulfed Mexico in the week the ATP and WTA are hosting tournaments there'Just left Mexico. Ellison is the billionaire owner of the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, which is due to host one of the year's biggest tournaments - outside the four majors - next month. The Daily Mail has contacted both the WTA and ATP for comment.

Source: Daily Mail February 23, 2026 05:12 UTC