Becker backs tennis players' protest over grand slam prize money

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Boris Becker has publicly supported tennis players advocating for higher prize money at grand slam events, emphasizing the importance of financial sustainability for lower-tier athletes. This issue has gained traction ahead of the upcoming French Open.

Former world number one Boris Becker has backed tennis players in their protest action for more prize money at grand slam tournaments. Becker said at a Eurosport media event ahead of Sunday's French Open start that the issue was especially important for lower tier players to make a living from their sport.