The world's leading tennis players have been lured to Riyadh by impressive cash prizes. Saudi Arabia is actively attracting the attention of the tennis community by organizing large-scale events and inviting famous players.
The Six Kings Slam tournament will be held as part of the Riyadh Season festival in Riyadh. Stars such as Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, Jannik Sinner and Holger Rune will meet on the courts of the Kingdom Arena. The tournament will be held on October 16, 17 and 19, with a break on the 18th to comply with ATP regulations prohibiting exhibition matches from being held on three consecutive days.
The highly anticipated event highlights Saudi Arabia’s ambition to become a centre for major international sporting events. The country has previously successfully hosted events in football, Formula One and golf. Now, with generous prizes on offer, it is making a significant move into tennis. The tournament promises to bring together the best in men’s singles, attracting spectators from around the world and helping to popularise tennis.
The tournament will have a prize pool of over $13 million, with $6 million going to the winner. Each of the participants, regardless of the result, will receive $1.5 million. However, it is worth noting that the tournament will not feature female players, which has drawn criticism from legends such as Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert, who have pulled out of hosting the WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia.
The tournament was originally scheduled to take place earlier, but was postponed to October due to Rafael Nadal's injury. The tournament promises to be a showcase of the skill and tenacity of tennis superstars, offering fans unforgettable matches and moments. The organizers recently released a stunning five-minute promotional video directed by Los Perez, which can be compared to a Hollywood blockbuster.
The tennis spectacle, which will feature six of the biggest names in tennis, including Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic, will be held as part of the season in Riyadh and will not count towards the ATP ranking points.
More news
20 November 2023
Take part in a historical event: no more wasting time looking for tickets!
The opportunity to witness a grand sporting event is just a few clicks away!
21 December 2023
New record or young talent? Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz in a live confrontation!
Is it possible to rewrite the history of tennis or will the time of a new star come?
8 January
Tickets for the main event in the world of boxing are already on sale: Tyson Fury vs Alexander Usyk
Witness the unforgettable fight between Tyson Fury and Alexander Usyk at the main event in the world of boxing
15 January
The most epic confrontation of the year! Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou at the Royal Arena!
Get ready for a historic event! British boxer Anthony Joshua and Cameroonian fighter Francis Ngannou will fight in an exciting, adrenaline-soaked fight! Do you want to feel the drive, be present in the ring and become part of this spectacular story?
20 January
The world's football giants are in the epic world of Kingdom Arena, go ahead!
Got to know in the atmosphere of intrigue and modernity, as Al-Hilyal and Al н-Наср встретятся в седьмом небе Эр-Рияда!
22 January
An unforgettable confrontation of fighters at the UFC Fight Night tournament on March 2 in the Kingdom Arena!
Witness an epic confrontation at the UFC Fight Night tournament on March 2 at the Kingdom Arena. Without unnecessary queues and fuss – buy tickets online right now and immerse yourself in the world of martial arts with us!
3 February
Don't miss the opportunity to witness boxing history: the fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usik for the title of absolute world champion
Don't miss the historic fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usik for the title of absolute world champion!
3 February
Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol in the Kingdom Arena: a grandiose confrontation for the title of absolute world champion
Don't miss the fight for the title of absolute world champion between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol
4 February
Legendary UFC fight: Adesanya vs Chimaev at Kingdom Arena
On the eve of a grandiose fight of undisputed champions in MMA! Israel Adesanya will face Khamzat Chimaev at the Kingdom Arena. Do not miss this event and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a magnificent sports battle.
14 February
Postponement of the fight for the title of absolute heavyweight champion: Tyson Fury vs Olexander Usyk
On May 18, the long-awaited duel will take place in the Kingdom Arena. Boxing fans hope that this time all obstacles will be overcome, and the epic confrontation will be remembered as one of the best in history.