Have a look at the Six Kings Slam Riyadh Season Saudi Arabia tennis tournament in 2024 players list, salary, prize money and venue
In the 2024 ATP season, 68 events are slated to unfold before November, with seven already concluded and three currently ongoing.
Six Kings Slam Riyadh Season Saudi Arabia tennis 2024 players list, salary, prize money and venue
Typically, players contend with a jam-packed calendar while senior players opt for limited engagements. However, this year introduces a new addition outside the regular tour circuit.
Get ready for the ultimate clash of titans ❤🇸🇦
This October 2024, Riyadh Season will be hosting the "6 Kings Slam" – a spectacular championship where six global tennis titans go head-to-head#BigTime #RiyadhSeason #برنامج_جودة_الحياة pic.twitter.com/SrIkSxgCF2— TURKI ALALSHIKH (@Turki_alalshikh) February 5, 2024
Set for October, 2024 the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is eagerly anticipated. Leading figures such as Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal will mentor emerging talents in this landmark event.
Joining them are rising stars Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, Jannik Sinner, and Holger Rune, competing for a staggering $6 million prize, with reports suggesting a participation fee of $1.5 million. The full scedule isn’t known yet.
Notably, Rune stands as the sole participant without a Grand Slam title. Compared to the previous Melbourne tournament where Sinner secured $3.15 million, this event promises nearly double the prize money.
Meanwhile, criticism surrounds the relocation of the 2024 WTA Finals to Saudi Arabia, a move staunchly opposed by former players like Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert. Nonetheless, Tunisian player Ons Jabeur offers a contrasting perspective, commending Princess Reema of Saudi Arabia for her dignified response to critics.
While discussions ensue regarding the WTA Finals’ venue, with Saudi Arabia emerging as a potential host, the prospect of record-breaking prize money looms large. Players are urged to embrace the cultural shift and experience Saudi Arabia firsthand, paving the way for future editions.
The Six Kings Slam serves as Saudi Arabia’s latest endeavor in tennis, featuring marquee players like Djokovic and Nadal in an exhibition tournament offering unprecedented prize money.
Get ready for the ultimate clash of titans ❤🇸🇦
This October 2024, Riyadh Season will be hosting the "6 Kings Slam" – a spectacular championship where six global tennis titans go head-to-head#BigTime #RiyadhSeason #برنامج_جودة_الحياة pic.twitter.com/z1sp8yJviG— TURKI ALALSHIKH (@Turki_alalshikh) February 5, 2024
Participants Stand to Earn $1.5 Million
Each participant stands to earn $1.5 million merely for their presence, with additional top-tier talents including Alcaraz, Sinner, Medvedev, and Rune, most of whom boast Grand Slam triumphs.
This event marks Saudi Arabia’s continued investment in sports, following their recent strides in boxing promotions. With Nadal assuming an ambassadorial role for the Saudi Tennis Federation and plans underway for a new academy, the country solidifies its commitment to tennis.
Moreover, hosting the Next Gen ATP Finals until 2027 and potential inclusion of the WTA Finals further underscore Saudi Arabia’s growing influence in the tennis world.
Despite objections from tennis icons like Navratilova and Evert, and concerns regarding local laws impacting participation, the tournament’s ramifications extend to men’s competitions as well. The Shanghai Masters and Paris Masters could witness notable absences, depending on scheduling conflicts.