Vasek Pospisil
Professional tennis player and co-founder of the Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA), involved in player advocacy and leadership for structural change in tennis.
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Oct 8, 2024 • 1h 51min
PTPA LEADERSHIP Ahmad Nassar and Vasek Pospisil join the show
Ahmad Nassar, Executive Director of the PTPA who handles strategy and legal planning. Vasek Pospisil, pro player and PTPA co-founder advocating for player representation. They discuss PTPA origins, funding via trading cards, services like medical support, legal strategy and leverage, governance and schedule reform, transparency questions, and plans to finance and scale player programs.
Aug 8, 2023 • 55min
Re-Release: Vasek Pospisil on Tour Life, The Need for a Player's Union, & Working His Way Back To Form
Canadian veteran tennis player Vasek Pospisil discusses the need for a player's union, bringing more money into the sport, and his views on the future of tennis. He also shares his experience and advocacy for fair treatment on the tour, including unionizing efforts and fighting for equal pay. The podcast covers topics such as the limited opportunities for Canadian players, the influence of a dedicated father, and the impact of COVID-19 on the tennis schedule.
