Aryna Sabalenka Complains the WTA Are Making Players Do Something ‘Crazy’ and ‘Impossible’

Aryna Sabalenka isn’t one to hold back—and this time, she’s taken aim at the WTA over what she calls “crazy” and “impossible” demands on players. Speaking to reporters after her latest match, the Belarusian powerhouse revealed mounting frustrations over the tour’s scheduling, claiming it’s pushing athletes to their physical and mental limits.

Sabalenka’s gripe? The relentless back-to-back tournaments, minimal recovery windows, and jet-lag-inducing travel schedules that leave players with barely enough time to breathe—let alone train or mentally reset. “They want us to be robots,” she said bluntly. “We’re human beings. The schedule they’ve set is crazy… it’s impossible to give your best tennis week after week like this.”

Her comments come amid growing murmurs from other players who’ve privately voiced similar concerns. With the WTA calendar packed tighter than a carry-on suitcase before a three-week road trip, even the fittest athletes are feeling the strain. The physical demands are obvious—constant matches, minimal rest, and flights that disrupt recovery cycles—but the mental toll is equally punishing.

Sabalenka, known for her intense playing style and fiery competitive spirit, has been upfront about the risk of burnout. “You can’t expect players to perform at their peak when they’re running on empty,” she added. “We love the sport, but there has to be balance.”

Her remarks have sparked debate among fans and analysts. Some argue it’s part of the job—pro sports are grueling by nature. Others believe the WTA needs to seriously rethink its calendar before injuries and mental health issues spiral further.

For now, Sabalenka will keep fighting—both on the court and for what she sees as a more sustainable future for players. Whether the WTA listens remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Aryna isn’t afraid to speak her mind, and she’s willing to ruffle a few feathers to protect her fellow athletes.

If nothing else, her candidness has shone a spotlight on a conversation the tennis world can no longer ignore. Because when a top player calls the system “crazy” and “impossible,” it’s more than just a rant—it’s a warning.