John McEnroe, a former tennis star and current coach, has raised concerns about the current tennis schedule, arguing that it is contributing to injuries among top players. He pointed to players like Jannik Sinner, the world number one, who recently withdrew from the China Open due to a knee injury, and Carlos Alcaraz, who missed the French Open and Wimbledon because of a wrist problem. Other notable players, including Britain’s Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper, have also faced long-term absences from competition in 2026. McEnroe believes these injuries are partly due to the demanding nature of the tournament calendar. The current tennis schedule requires most top players to compete in eight of the nine Masters 1000 tournaments, along with four ATP 500 events. These events have also been extended to 12 days, which has led to player dissatisfaction. McEnroe suggested that players should be allowed more flexibility in setting their own schedules to reduce the risk of injury. He emphasized that players would still want to compete at major tournaments like Wimbledon but could adjust their participation based on their physical condition. McEnroe and Alcaraz are currently in London for the Laver Cup, a team-based tennis event similar to the Ryder Cup, where Team Europe faces Team World at The O2. McEnroe will return to the venue next summer for a special event titled Billie Jean King and John McEnroe – Champions in Sport. Champions in Life, which will be held on Sunday, June 27, the day before Wimbledon begins. This event is part of The O2’s 20th anniversary celebrations and will feature a conversation between McEnroe and Billie Jean King. The topic of late-night matches in tennis has remained a point of discussion. Earlier this year, Alcaraz and Ben Shelton played the latest quarter-final match in US Open history, finishing after 3:30 am. Venus Williams also began her first-round match after midnight. While some see these late matches as a way to extend the sport’s appeal, others argue they can be detrimental to players’ health and sleep patterns. McEnroe acknowledged that while night matches have their benefits, the extreme late hours can be challenging. He emphasized the need for a balanced approach that considers both player well-being and the interests of fans.