Joao Sousa: I support Novak Djokovic's initiative, I'll donate money

World No. 66 Joao Sousa says he is all good with Novak Djokovic's initiative to help lower-ranked players as the Portuguese himself is ready to donate money. 

Djokovic, ranked at No. 1 in the world, has proposed that top-100 players each donate from 5000 - 30,000 to help player relief -- the money gathered would be distributed to those most affected by the Tour suspension.

This ⁦@DjokerNole⁩ letter to fellow players with the buy-in from Rafa and Roger is truly remarkable. We will be telling our grandkids about the big 3- and some of the stories may even involve tennis... pic.twitter.com/y7DsdUDsAU

— Jon Wertheim (@jon_wertheim) April 17, 2020

Djokovic, president of player council, reportedly proposing top 100 players contribute $5000 to 30,000 each on a sliding scale to player relief fund for those lower ranked. With Slams & ATP contributions, could bring full package to over $4 million. Fine gesture by players https://t.co/trC4sjYADx

— Christopher Clarey (@christophclarey) April 17, 2020

The Tour has been suspended for over a month now and several high-ranked players have publicly stated that something needs to be done to help lower-ranked professionals as they may face huge financial difficulties during the suspension.

"It is an idea that came from Djokovic, who is the leader of the ATP Players Council. He contacted us via WhatsApp," Sousa told Bola Amarela. "It's a good idea. For my part I am available to help. There are some criteria that have to be well analyzed."

from Tennis World USA https://ift.tt/2KiTOkg