Six Kings Slam will be one of Rafael Nadal’s final events of his career.
The Six Kings Slam has been one of the most eagerly awaited events in the tennis world. The exhibition will have the top players from the ATP tour compete in the hardcourts of Riyadh. The four day event will have matches taking place for three days with one day given as rest for the players. The fans in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia will get to see top class action.
The event will feature Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev and Holger Rune. The six players will be clashing against each other for a record-breaking amount of prize money. All the participants will receive $1.5m dollars (about INR 13 crores) and the winner will be receiving $6m (about INR 51 crores).
The pay check is the highest of all time in tennis yet. The staggering figures is one of the reasons why the event will have their name etched in history. Apart from having legendary players, the format is also unique unlike any ATP event. With players only having to play a maximum of three matches in over four days gives them adequate rest.
The scoring format could also be interesting as it will be revealed ahead of the matches. Fans will get to see Nadal ahead of his retirement in the Davis Cup Finals in Málaga, Spain. The Spaniard had earlier announced his journey had come to an end in the court. He will hope to pull up a few vintage shots in Riyadh.
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It could also deliver in terms of a perfect pre-farewell match like how Laver Cup managed in 2022. Nadal this time could have hitting sessions with Djokovic in front of the crowd. While the focus will be on Nadal, Djokovic there will also be Sinner, Alcaraz, Mevdedev and Rune showcasing their talents on the court.
When is Six Kings Slam scheduled to take place?
The Six Kings Slam will begin from October 16 and go on till October 19. The finals and third place playoffs will be on October 19.
Which city will host Six Kings Slam?
The location for the event will be in ‘The Venue’, Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
What is the format of Six Kings Slam?
Four players will be playing knock out matches in the form of quarterfinals. Djokovic and Nadal have got a bye in the quarter-finals. They will be in the semi-finals and a win will ensure a place in the final while a loss would give them a chance to feature in the third playoffs.
There will be no points system or team format in the event. The scoring of the matches will be disclosed ahead of the ties.
What is the prize money of Six Kings Slam?
The participation prize money in the event will be $1.5m dollars (about INR 13 crores). The winner will be receiving $6m (about INR 51 crores).
Who are the players in Six Kings Slam?
The tournament will see Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev and Holger Rune compete.
Where and how to watch the live telecast and broadcast of the Six Kings Slam?
The event will be live streamed and telecasted worldwide on DAZN as fans can catch the action through any of their devices. Tennis Channel will also be live streaming the matches for fans in the USA.
Competition schedule of Six Kings Slam
- Day-1- October 16- First quarter-final
- Day 1- October 16- Second quarter-final
- Day-2-October 17- First semi-final
- Day-2-October 17- Second semi-final
- Day-3-October 18- Rest day
- Day-4-October 19- Final
- Day-4-October 19- Third-place play-off
Schedule and results in Six Kings Slam
Day 1- October 16 (Thursday)
- First quarter-final – Jannik Sinner vs Daniil Medvedev
- Second quarter-final – Carlos Alcaraz vs Holger Rune
Day 2- October 17 (Friday)
- First semi-final – Novak Djokovic vs winner of first quarter-final
- Second semi-final – Rafael Nadal vs winner of second quarter-final
Day 3- October 18 (Saturday)
Day 4- October 19 (Sunday)
- Final – Winner of first semi-final vs winner of second semi-final
- Third-place play-off – October 19: Loser of first semi-final vs loser of second semi-final
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