Tennis legends Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are set to showcase their skills at the inaugural 6 Kings Slam tournament in Riyadh, starting October 16. This exciting event features six of tennis’s biggest stars, including the top-ranked Jannik Sinner and rising star Carlos Alcaraz, competing for the largest prize money in tennis history.
Tournament Overview
Nadal will be making his return to the court after announcing his retirement from tennis following the Davis Cup finals. Fans may witness a thrilling showdown between him and Djokovic, should both players advance to the finals in this non-ATP exhibition event.
Key Matchups
- Jannik Sinner will face Daniil Medvedev in the opening match, with the winner set to take on Djokovic in first-semifinal.
- Carlos Alcaraz will battle Holger Rune in his initial game, and winner will go on to face Nadal in second-semifinal.
6 Kings Slam 2024 Schedule
| Date | Match |
|---|---|
| October 16 | Jannik Sinner vs. Daniil Medvedev |
| October 16 | Carlos Alcaraz vs. Holger Rune |
| October 17 | 1st Semi-final: Novak Djokovic vs. Sinner/Medvedev |
| October 17 | 2nd Semi-final: Rafael Nadal vs. Alcaraz/Rune |
| October 19 | Third-place match |
| October 19 | Final |
Prize Money
One of the highlights of the 6 Kings Slam is its staggering prize pool. Each participant will receive $1.5 million, with the tournament winner walking away with an unprecedented $6 million, marking the largest prize in tennis history.
Match Timing
All matches will commence at 10 PM IST.
Venue
The tournament will take place at The Venue, Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Live Streaming Information
- Live TV Broadcast: Unfortunately, there will be no live telecast of the 6 Kings Slam matches for viewers in India.
- Online Streaming: Indian tennis fans can enjoy live streaming of all matches for free on the DAZN website and application.
Get ready for an exciting-weekend of tennis as the best in game compete for glory and history at the 6-Kings-Slam!
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