Comparison of Six Kings Slam Prize Money with Grand Slam Tournaments
The champion of the Six Kings Slam will receive a notable $6 million (£4.5 million) in prize money this week, making it the highest payout in tennis, surpassing the four traditional Grand Slam events. Carlos Alcaraz recently earned $5 million for his victory at the US Open, but the winner of the Six Kings Slam will take home a larger sum.
- Six Kings Slam: $6 million (£4.5 million)
- French Open: $2.9 million (£2.17 million)
- Australian Open: $2.3 million (£1.75 million)
By Jamie Braidwood – 16 October 2025
Carlos Alcaraz Acknowledges Ankle Injury Persists
Carlos Alcaraz has admitted that his ankle is not yet “100 percent” as he readies himself for his first match at the Six Kings Slam. The 22-year-old has been inactive since winning the Japan Open and missed the Shanghai Masters due to the ankle injury sustained in his first match in Tokyo.
“Everything’s OK. I’ve been recovering the ankle as best as I can,” Alcaraz commented, recognizing it hasn’t completely healed. “I don’t feel, I would say, 100 percent; there are some doubts when I’m moving on court. However, I think it has improved a lot and I plan to compete and perform well at the Six Kings Slam.”
By Jamie Braidwood – 16 October 2025
Jannik Sinner Comments on ‘Unusual’ Court Surface
Jannik Sinner expressed that he will need to adjust to the “unusual” court at the Six Kings Slam in Saudi Arabia as he prepares for a face-off with Novak Djokovic. Sinner comfortably won his match against Stefanos Tsitsipas, finishing with a score of 6-2 6-3.
Despite his success, Sinner critiqued the court at the ANB Arena, noting that it produced inconsistent bounces, varying from high and wide on certain serves to flat and slow during other rallies.
By Jamie Braidwood – 15 October 2025
Zverev Critiques Six Kings Prize Money After One-Sided Loss
Jannik Sinner and Taylor Fritz advanced to the semifinals, overshadowing the opening day of the Six Kings Slam in Saudi Arabia. Sinner dominated Stefanos Tsitsipas, while Fritz swiftly defeated Alexander Zverev in under an hour.
Both Tsitsipas and Zverev will leave the exhibition having earned approximately $1.5 million for participating. The overall winner will receive an extra $4.5 million, making this three-day event the tennis season’s largest prize pool. Zverev earned about $250,000 more for his quick defeat compared to his runner-up prize at the Australian Open.
By Jamie Braidwood – 15 October 2025
Jannik Sinner on the ‘Honor’ of Competing Against Novak Djokovic
Sinner expressed that it is a “huge honor” to play against a legend like Novak Djokovic, emphasizing the importance of rivalries in the sport. He praised Djokovic as a great role model, noting his continued pursuit of big titles:
“Hopefully, it will be an interesting match tomorrow.”
By Jamie Braidwood – 15 October 2025
Jannik Sinner Reflects on his Victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas
Despite holding a 3-6 record against Tsitsipas prior to this match, Sinner secured a decisive victory with a score of 6-2 6-3, showcasing his strategic improvements.
He stated, “We’ve faced each other many times, and it’s helped us understand each other’s games better. I focused on being aggressive, especially during returns, and felt I served well in crucial moments.”
By Jamie Braidwood – 15 October 2025
Six Kings Slam Semi-Final Line-Up Finalized
The semi-final matches at the Six Kings Slam will mirror those from Wimbledon, featuring Carlos Alcaraz versus Taylor Fritz and Jannik Sinner facing off against Novak Djokovic.
Six Kings Slam Schedule – Thursday, October 16
Starting at 5:30 PM BST (UK time)
- Semi-final 1: Carlos Alcaraz vs Taylor Fritz
- Semi-final 2: Novak Djokovic vs Jannik Sinner
By Jamie Braidwood – 15 October 2025
