Interesting quote here:
"We find very limited evidence that the AR has had any systematic beneficial effect on players’ career longevity or success. Our results suggest that sport governing bodies should (re-)evaluate the efficacy and necessity of “one size fits all” age eligibility rules."
The best off all-time turned pro and succeeded very early in the woman's game - Seles, Graf, Williams, Everett and all the greats.
Has tennis produced a once in a generation player since?
Thoughts on how the rule helped - hindered development?
"We find very limited evidence that the AR has had any systematic beneficial effect on players’ career longevity or success. Our results suggest that sport governing bodies should (re-)evaluate the efficacy and necessity of “one size fits all” age eligibility rules."
The best off all-time turned pro and succeeded very early in the woman's game - Seles, Graf, Williams, Everett and all the greats.
Has tennis produced a once in a generation player since?
Thoughts on how the rule helped - hindered development?