China News Service Client, April 18: Recently, foreign media said that Chinese tennis player Wang Qiang and coach Thomas had disagreements on salary issues, and the report even said that Thomas had to make money to support his family by sending pizza. In this regard, Wang Qiang responded via Weibo on the evening of the 17th that he did reject the proposal to pay Thomas 50% of his salary, but the two parties understand each other and have reached a consensus and will continue to cooperate in the future. Thomas also clarified the rumors about pizza delivery in the statement.
Screenshot from Wang Qiang Weibo
Thomas said, "I recommend Wang Qiang to pay 50% of my salary during the outbreak. Although she does not agree with this proposal, we will find a solution together. She also understands me and we have been working hard to find a solution that is beneficial to both parties. "
"I want to clarify a few points. My situation, like some others, is indeed in a difficult period." Regarding foreign media reports that he sent pizza to support his family, Thomas said that if he really needs to send pizza, he will do it. He also did it in the era of players, everything is just for life. "But I also said that it was only the last choice."
For the future, Thomas said, "Wang Qiang and I have achieved outstanding results in the past year. She has achieved the highest ranking in her career, especially in the Grand Slam field, so our desire to continue to work side by side. We believe as a Team, we will become stronger. "
Data map: Wang Qiang in the game
Wang Qiang also said, "Luo Tuo did propose the idea of getting a 50% salary during the epidemic. I did reject this proposal because, honestly, during the epidemic, there was no competition for more than three months. Not to mention the amount he proposed, I made it clear to him that I have difficulties on this side. Too also said that he understands very well. Although 50% is not good, we have been actively communicating afterwards. Now we have reached a consensus and will continue to work in the future. Continue to work together. I rejected his first proposal instead of refusing to pay him. The coach is an indispensable and important role in the player team, and I will never treat anyone on my team like this. "
Wang Qiang also revealed that the two parties did not want and would not cancel the contract in this case. "Thomas has to support his family in difficult times. I want to support the team. We are communicating with each other and we can understand each other's difficulties. The world is the same, but as long as we understand and support each other, we can always overcome the difficulties together."
Wang Qiang said frankly that she would always be grateful for the help Thomas gave herself. "Actually, when we first started publishing media information, we were all a bit ignorant. Thank you to the brokerage team for helping me maintain communication with all parties. Thomas and I and the entire team will do a good job of protection, keep training, stay healthy and return in a better state The field! Looking forward to the day when we meet again in the field! Become a more rose yourself. "(End)