So while I was perusing the sports sites this morning I came across this article talking about Wimbledon. Before I go any further, I want to point out that I am as much a fan of women’s sports as I am of men’s sports, and I believe that they should be paid equally if they are performing at the same level. Which brings me to my argument…

Wimbledon has decided that they will not offer equal prize money for the men’s and women’s champions this year. The men’s champion will recieve 655,000 pounds and the women’s champion will receive 625,000 pounds (both totals are over $1 million). I wouldn’t mind if they did offer equal prize money like the 3 other Grand Slams do, but I also don’t think the organisers of Wimbledon should be criticised for their decision. Let’s face the facts of the matter - men play best of 5 sets and women play best of 3 sets. If women want to play best of 5 sets, then equal prize money would be a must, but they don’t and that’s why Wimbledon decided to set up the prize money this way.

Like I stated before, I am all for equality in sport - I just don’t think Wimbledon can be criticised for their decision when it makes sense.

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