ATP Finals 2023: Novak Djokovic faces Jannik Sinner; Carlos Alcaraz, Medvedev in same group

Alexander Zverev will be making his ATP Finals debut.

The year-end showdown of the world’s best eight singles players and doubles teams promise a fortnight of high-octane tennis action at the Pala Alpitour arena in ATP Finals 2023.

The Nitto ATP Finals 2023 draw ceremony held in Turin on Thursday unveiled an exhilarating lineup for the Nitto ATP Finals 2023, promising a fortnight of intense competition and gripping tennis battles. Eight elite players and doubles teams, a mix of seasoned champions and emerging talents, are set to showcase their skills on the courts of Turin.

In the singles draw, the contenders are divided into two formidable groups, each eyeing a coveted spot in the semifinals. The Green Group, led by the indomitable top seed Novak Djokovic, features the dynamic Jannik Sinner, the versatile Stefanos Tsitsipas, and the rising star Holger Rune.

On the other side, the Red Group, spearheaded by the second seed Carlos Alcaraz, boasts the formidable Daniil Medvedev, the relentless Andrey Rublev, and the powerful Alexander Zverev.

Djokovic, a six-time champion at the ATP Finals, is poised to script history with a potential seventh title, aiming to break the tie with Roger Federer for the most titles in tournament history. Additionally, Novak Djokovic is on the verge of clinching the ATP Year-End No. 1 for the eighth time.

The presence of four former champions further intensifies the singles competition: Djokovic (6 titles), Zverev (2 titles), Medvedev, and Tsitsipas, all adding a layer of experience and championship pedigree to the tournament.

The doubles draw promises its own set of thrills as top seeds Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek headline the Green Group, facing formidable opponents in Santiago Gonzalez/Edouard Roger-Vasselin, Marcel Granollers/Horacio Zeballos, and Maximo Gonzalez/Andres Molteni.

In the Red Group, second seeds Wesley Koolhof and Neal Skupski lead the charge against Rohan Bopanna/Matthew Ebden, Rajeev Ram/Joe Salisbury, and Rinky Hijikata/Jason Kubler.

Defending champions Ram and Salisbury are determined to retain their title, navigating through stiff competition from debutants and seasoned pairs. The doubles lineup promises thrilling encounters, adding an extra layer of excitement to the ATP Finals.

The Nitto ATP Finals in Turin will be played from November 12 to 19. Eight elite players, divided into two groups, compete in round-robin matches, with the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals on November 18. Afternoon and evening sessions promise thrilling matchups, concluding with the grand finale on November 19.