New boss vows 'fundamental' calendar changes

Newly appointed Women's Tennis Assocation chief executive Steve Simon Monday vowed "fundamental changes" to the sport's grueling schedule following a rash of injuries among top players.

He told journalists at the year-ending WTA Finals in Singapore that he will consult players on how to alter the schedule to protect their health and keep the tour a "premium product" for tennis fans.

Simon, the former tournament director of the prestigious Indian Wells tournament, has replaced Stacey Allaster who stepped down in September.