World’s elite tennis stars headed to Riyadh for 2026 Six Kings Slam
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The Six Kings Slam will return to Riyadh Season in October 2026, bringing six of the world’s leading tennis players to Saudi Arabia.
Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, announced that the third edition of the tournament will be held on October 21, 22 and 24.
The line-up will feature two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur.
De Minaur will be making his first appearance at the tournament.
The event will be streamed live worldwide on Netflix, giving international audiences access to the Riyadh matches.
The players welcomed their return to Saudi Arabia, with Sinner looking to defend his title and Alcaraz pointing to the chance to share the court with some of the best players in the game.
Djokovic praised the reception he has received in Riyadh and the event’s growing place on the tennis calendar.
Zverev and Fritz spoke about the tournament’s growth and their past experience in Saudi Arabia, while De Minaur said he was looking forward to playing in Riyadh for the first time.
The tournament will follow a single-elimination format, with winners moving through the bracket to the final. A third-place play-off will also be held.
A fan zone at the venue will offer interactive activities and entertainment for spectators during the event.
Since its launch, the Six Kings Slam has drawn major tennis names to Riyadh and attracted strong international attention. Its return adds another major sports event to the Riyadh Season calendar.