Six Kings Slam Tennis Event Set in Saudi Arabia

The upcoming 'Six Kings Slam', an exhibition tennis event in Riyadh from October 16-19, 2024, is drawing both excitement and criticism. Featuring top players like Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, and others, each participant will earn at least £1.12 million for attending, with the winner taking home £4.5 million. The event, which does not offer ATP ranking points, has been met with skepticism from Andy Murray, who declared that 'nobody cares' about it and criticized its promotional hype. A lavish five-minute promotional video, directed by Los Perez, has impressed some fans but failed to sway Murray, who pointed out that it’s merely an exhibition. While the prize money is enticing, concerns over the ATP calendar and the relevance of such events persist among players. The allure of the 'Six Kings Slam' reflects the growing trend of high-stakes exhibitions in tennis, despite mixed feelings from the tennis community.