Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are set to headline the Six Kings Slam in Saudi Arabia, featuring some of the world’s top male tennis players in a new exhibition event.
The event will take place at The Venue in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from Wednesday, 16 October to Saturday, 19 October. Nadal, who is gearing up to retire after the Davis Cup finals in November, and Djokovic have received byes to the semi-final stage of the tournament.
The competition will see four younger players competing for the opportunity to face the tennis superstars. Daniil Medvedev and Jannik Sinner will continue their rivalry, while Holger Rune aims to challenge Carlos Alcaraz for a potential final spot against idol Nadal.
As this is a non-ATP-sanctioned event, players will not earn any ranking points. However, the participants are guaranteed a minimum prize of $1.5 million (£1.15 million), with the winner set to receive the largest prize in tennis history amounting to $6 million (£4.59 million).
The schedule for the Six Kings Slam is as follows:
– 16 October: Daniil Medvedev vs Jannik Sinner, Holger Rune vs Carlos Alcaraz
– 17 October: Novak Djokovic vs Daniil Medvedev or Jannik Sinner, Rafael Nadal vs Holger Rune or Carlos Alcaraz
– 19 October: Third-place match, final
Viewers can watch the tournament live on DAZN for free. For those who wish to stream major sporting events while travelling or from abroad, a VPN is recommended to ensure access. It is important for viewers using a VPN to comply with local regulations and terms of their service provider.
The Six Kings Slam promises to be an exciting showcase of talent, with Nadal and Djokovic leading the pack in what is sure to be a memorable event for tennis fans worldwide.