## 2. Penalties 

a. Players who do not comply with any of the provisions of the AER or the requirements of the Player Development Programs are subject to: 

i. a fine of up to the lesser of (a) the amount of prize money earned at a Tournament that was played in violation of the AER or (b) $25,000; and 

ii. suspension from competing in or attending WTA Tournaments and, subject to ITF agreement, Women’s ITF World Tennis Tour events for up to six (6) months. 

b. Additionally, Player Support Team Members who do not comply with any of the requirements of the Player Development Programs are deemed in violation and are subject to the penalties of Section XVII.H. 

A player or Player Support Team Member may appeal any penalty issued under this Section X.C.2 in accordance with Section XVII – Code of Conduct. 

## 4. Clarification of Player Development and Age Eligibility Rule 

For any questions relating to Age Eligibility and Player Development, please contact the WTA Player Development or Legal Department. 

