French Open tournament director Amélie Mauresmo addressed the media restrictions on Thursday, noting that official discussions to resolve the communication issues have already commenced.
"Of course, we are a little sad about this choice, quite simply, because I think we all find that it penalises all the actors of the tournament, the players, the fans, the press, of course," said Mauresmo.
Mauresmo expressed optimism about the upcoming scheduled meetings between tournament executives and player representatives in Paris.
"Discussions have begun, and they'll be even more so tomorrow evening. But we're truly engaged in this communication, in this desire to exchange ideas, to move forward.
To also acknowledge that everyone has a step to take towards the other. And I am confident in the exchanges that will take place ...
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So I think that in the interest of tennis in general. I am rather confident," said Mauresmo.
