The decision to move the Women’s Tennis Association Finals to Saudi Arabia has sparked criticism, with Saudi Ambassador to the United States, Reema bint Bandar Al-Saud (48), challenging what she perceives as stereotypical and Western-centric views.
Addressing Tennis Greats’ Opposition
The controversy gained traction as tennis legends Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova expressed opposition in The Washington Post. Al-Saud responded, stating, “It pained me deeply to read a column in The Washington Post objecting to Saudi Arabia hosting the WTA Finals based on arguments that are outdated stereotypes and Western-centric views of our culture.”
Defending Saudi Women’s Progress
As a member of Saudi Arabia’s Olympic Committee and an International Olympic Committee board member, Al-Saud emphasized the progress Saudi women have made in sports, governance, law, and business. She asserted that Saudi women are in charge of their personal and financial future.
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