Overview
- Speaking at Indian Wells, Gauff called the situation unfortunate and said innocent lives are being taken.
- Gauff said coach Gavin MacMillan is stuck in the Middle East with no clear timetable to return and may miss her opening matches.
- An ATP Challenger event in the United Arab Emirates was halted and then canceled after a security alert that sent players and staff to safe areas.
- Dozens of players, ATP personnel and coaches remain in Dubai after airspace closures and related travel upheaval following the recent escalation.
- Gauff noted she has felt safe competing in the region as the sport’s ties to the Gulf continue, including last year’s WTA Finals in Riyadh and PIF’s sponsorship of the WTA rankings.