What they say

Those Against

"I think it's very questionable, allowing, no matter who it is, a player that is still banned to play a tournament that week. From the tournament side, it's disrespectful to the other players and the WTA. But it is what it is. Obviously, rules are twisted and turned in favor of who wants to do what."

Caroline Wozniacki

"This kind of entry into the tournament should apply to players who dropped in the ranking because of injury, illness or some other random event - not for those suspended for doping. Maria should recover some other way, starting with smaller events."

Agnieszka Radwanska

"It's a German tournament, and we have so many good German players, so this is also a little bit strange. It's also strange for the players that she can walk on site on Wednesday and play on the same day."

Angelique Kerber

"I think you should really have to work your way back. The majority of tournaments are going to do what they think is best for their event. If they think having big names there is going to sell more seats, then they're going to do that."

Andy Murray

"Honestly, offering an invitation right now is like giving a candy to a child who has misbehaved."

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

"It's not about her, but everyone who was doping should start from zero."

Dominika Cibulkova

Those For