Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are set to face off in the finals of the Six Kings Slam exhibition, taking place in Saudi Arabia. This highly anticipated match follows their recent encounters in major tournaments such as the Roland Garros, Wimbledon, and US Open. The grand final will be held on Saturday, October 18, with a total prize pool of $6 million.
Match Schedule and Viewing Details
The match schedule for the Six Kings Slam is as follows:
- Date: Saturday, October 18
- Time:
- Third Place Match: 5:30 PM BST (UK time) – Taylor Fritz vs. Novak Djokovic
- Grand Final: Not before 7:00 PM BST (UK time) – Carlos Alcaraz vs. Jannik Sinner
Fans can watch the Six Kings Slam live on Netflix. The event does not require a pay-per-view fee and is included for Netflix subscribers at no extra cost.
Previous Performances
In the semi-finals, both players showcased their skills emphatically. Jannik Sinner defeated Novak Djokovic with a score of 6-4, 6-2. Alcaraz also dominated Taylor Fritz, winning 6-4, 6-2.
This exhibition match, while prestigious, does not impact ATP rankings or head-to-head records. Historically, Alcaraz has an edge over Sinner, with a current official head-to-head record of 10-5. Their last encounter at the US Open saw Alcaraz emerging victorious, reinforcing his recent dominance in their matches.
Six Kings Slam Participants and Prize Distribution
The tournament features some of the top players in men’s tennis:
- Carlos Alcaraz – 6-time Grand Slam champion
- Jannik Sinner – 4-time Grand Slam champion
- Novak Djokovic – 24-time Grand Slam champion
- Alexander Zverev – 3-time Grand Slam finalist
- Taylor Fritz – 2024 US Open finalist
- Stefanos Tsitsipas – 2-time Grand Slam finalist
The prize money for the Six Kings Slam is split as follows:
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Participation Fee | $1.5 million |
| Champion Prize | $4.5 million |
Conclusion
The Six Kings Slam final between Alcaraz and Sinner promises to be an exciting showdown. Both players have proven themselves on the court, and fans look forward to a thrilling match. Be sure not to miss it this Saturday on Netflix.
