“I played injured, just to get the money.” The player admitted that she participated in the US Open, although she had a physical problem

A tennis player has admitted that she participated in the US Open despite facing a physical problem. This was motivated by the prize money offered by the organizers.

It is about the Australian Daria Saville, number 95 WTA, who recently spoke openly about this topic and explained the choice she made.

He participated in the US Open, despite having a physical problem, just for the money

A tennis player has admitted that she participated in the US Open despite facing a physical problem. This was motivated by the prize money offered by the organizers. It is about australianca Daria Savillethe WTA number 95, who recently spoke openly about the subject and explained the choice she made.

The athlete admitted that she chose to play injured against Japan’s Ena Shibahara, to whom she lost 6-3, 4-6 and 7-6(6), and that she did so only for the money offered by the organizer.

“No, I didn’t come here because it’s the US Open, that’s the truth. I played injured, just to get the money. Where else can I make money? I lose money every week if I have to travel. I shouldn’t have played, but where else could I win a prize like this?. They will restore me soon, I hope. The pain I felt was about a seven out of ten level. The pain is even more intense when you lose. It’s a little easier when I win, but now I see everything negatively. I don’t know how I’ll feel tomorrow, but it’s no fun playing injured,” said Australian Daria Saville, according to mark.

Saville is being treated for plantar fasciitis in his right foot and revealed on Instagram that he has difficulty walking after long matches

How much money did the Australian collect?

US Open organizers announced that this year, players who were defeated in the first round will receive a record amount of money. Thus, it is no wonder that Daria Saville, who was injured, chose to take advantage of this unique opportunity.

The almost 90,000 euros, which all players who were present in the first match of the tournament receive, regardless of the result, was enough for the Australian to forget the pain she feels and show up at the US Open.

However, a decision like Daria Saville’s to play injured can lower the level of competition.