Stacey Allaster, the U.S. Open's tournament director, said Thursday that the type of ball being used was entirely up to the players and their tour, and that the U.S. Tennis Association only needed to know their preference after last year's tournament so enough balls could be ordered from provider Wilson.
Men and women to use the same ball at the U.S. Open after some women complained about theirs
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Look, this is a historic moment for the Williams family, for Serena and our sport,” said Stacey Allaster, the tournament director of the American Grand Slam event.
Serena Williams not done yet after winning first match at U.S. Open
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