We all know Saudi Arabia has got money. Football, F1, Golf were the main beneficaries in the starting. But now it’s the turn of Tennis. What is the Six Kings Slam in Tennis? Let’s take a preview
What is the Six Kings Slam in Tennis?
The Six Kings Slam is an exciting new exhibition tennis tournament held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the Riyadh Season. Featuring six of the top male tennis players in the world, the tournament runs over three days with a rest day in between. Since it’s not sanctioned by the ATP Tour, no ranking points are awarded.
Format
The tournament follows a single elimination format. The six players are split into two brackets, with Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal receiving byes straight to the semifinals. The remaining four players compete in the quarterfinals, and the winners move on to face Djokovic and Nadal. There’s also a third-place match to determine the final rankings.
Prize Money
The Six Kings Slam boasts the largest prize money in tennis history. Each player is guaranteed at least $1.5 million USD, while the winner takes home an astonishing $6 million USD— which is nearly double the prize money for winning a Grand Slam.
Venue
The event takes place at The Venue, an 8,000- seat stadium specially constructed for the Six Kings Slam at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center. Featuring indoor hard courts, the venue ensures high-quality play conditions.
Players in Six Kings Slam
This year’s Six Kings Slam features a stellar lineup:
- Novak Djokovic (24-time Grand Slam champion)
- Rafael Nadal (22-time Grand Slam champion)
- Jannik Sinner (current World No. 1)
- Carlos Alcaraz (current World No. 2)
- Daniil Medvedev (current World No. 5)
- Holger Rune (current World No. 14)
With such an impressive array of talent, the tournament promises to deliver top-tier tennis action.
Where to Watch
Live Streaming Info: The tournament will be broadcast for free on DAZN, making it accessible for fans.
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