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This week, the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) announced a new measure to protect the rankings of players who undergo fertility treatments and procedures. Championed by the players, this groundbreaking measure helps support women athletes balancing a career and having a family.

The WTA has been putting in the work to protect its players who choose to start a family. As part of its Family Focus Program, the WTA provides:

• Ranking protection during pregnancy or another means of parenthood

• Postpartum support with a return to play

• Paid maternity leave and grants for fertility protection through the PIF WTA Maternity Fund

• Support for players’ physical and emotional wellbeing via a team of dedicated health and wellness professionals