Steve Simon Steps Down as WTA Chairman After a Decade of Leadership
Source: news.source.channelnewsasia
Steve Simon, who has been with the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) since 2015, will retire from his position as chairman in December. During his tenure, Simon aimed to foster growth and collaboration within women's tennis. His leadership was not without controversy, particularly regarding the decisions to host the WTA Finals in Cancun and later in Saudi Arabia. Portia Archer succeeded him as CEO in July.
Key Points
Steve Simon will retire as WTA chairman in December after joining the organization in 2015.
Simon's goals included promoting growth and collaboration in women's tennis.
He faced criticism for decisions to host the WTA Finals in Cancun and Saudi Arabia.
Portia Archer took over as CEO in July, replacing Simon in that role.
