That said, if there is a sport that’s least able to deal with an extended shutdown, it might be professional tennis. According to Tennis Canada, 90 per cent of the money spent to fund the sport nationally is generated through the Rogers Cup events. Rogers has sponsored the men’s and women’s tournaments since 2001, and no extension or new arrangement has been announced. If the vast majority of players and tournaments end up losing buckets of money, a revolution could be at hand. The men’s and women’s tournaments are well attended and elite events.

Source: thestar April 12, 2020 23:37 UTC