Tennis: Murray says Grand Slam prize money could be used to help lower-ranked players

Former world number one Andy Murray believes Grand Slam prize money could be distributed better to help lower-ranked players struggling financially.

The tennis season was suspended in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the shutdown will continue at least until mid-July, depriving lower-level players, who depend solely on tournament winnings, of the chance to earn a living.

"Sometimes you see the prize money cheque for the winner of the Grand Slams. And it's like, I don't know what it is exactly, but something like $4 million.

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