Elena Rybakina has voiced concerns regarding the scheduling of the 2028 Olympic tennis tournament in Los Angeles, which is currently slated to begin on July 19, 2028. This start date falls only three days after the scheduled Wimbledon men’s final on July 16. Rybakina, along with other professional players, faces a demanding transition period that requires traveling across continents and adjusting from grass courts to hard courts in a very limited timeframe.

While the LA28 organizing committee announced these dates last month, the proximity to one of tennis's most prestigious Grand Slams has prompted calls for a review. Rybakina expressed hope that sporting governing bodies will prioritize player convenience and physical well-being when finalizing the calendar. The current schedule creates a logistical hurdle for athletes who perform well at Wimbledon, as they would have minimal recovery time before competing in the Olympics. As of now, there has been no official response from the International Tennis Federation or the International Olympic Committee regarding potential changes to the dates to better accommodate the professional tour calendar.