Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner South Korea 2026 exhibition: All you need to know about prize money and points on offer
Each player is reportedly receiving around €2 million.
The 2026 tennis season ignites with a blockbuster exhibition — World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner clash on January 10 at Incheon’s INSPIRE Arena. Part of the Hyundai Card Super Match, this indoor hard-court showdown serves as their sole warm-up before the Australian Open.
Skipping official ATP events, the rivals, who have dominated the last eight Grand Slams amongst themselves, aim to fine-tune form in a low-stakes yet high-profile setting, thrilling Asian fans with their explosive rivalry.
While there might be no repercussions of this battle in terms of rankings or points, both Alcaraz and Sinner will be looking to give their best, to get an idea of where they stand ahead of the all-important Grand Slam.
Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner exhibition match: Points at offer
Since this is an exhibition event, there will be 0 points on offer. The match outcome will have no affect on the ATP rankings.
Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner exhibition match prize money breakdown
Financially, the event shines brightest. Reports from La Gazzetta dello Sport indicate each star will earn approximately €2 million (around $2.3 million) in appearance fees for this single match. This guaranteed payday often includes sponsor obligations, underscoring exhibitions’ appeal for top players.
The numbers become eye-opening when compared to official tournaments. This €2m payday surpasses the Australian Open runner-up’s prize of A$2.15 million (~$1.44 million) and comes remarkably close to the winner’s A$4.15 million (~$2.79 million), earned only after surviving seven intense best-of-five-set matches.
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For context, it dwarfs most ATP Tour events but falls short of mega-exhibitions like the Six Kings Slam, where Sinner pocketed a record $6 million for victory in 2025. These lucrative exhibitions reflect a shifting landscape in tennis economics, where star power drives massive, low-risk rewards from sponsors and emerging markets.
Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner Match Schedule
The Alcaraz vs Sinner 2026 exhibition match takes place on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon, South Korea (part of the Hyundai Card Super Match).
Indian viewers can watch it on Fancode, while those from USA and UK can watch the contest on Tennis Channel and Sky Sports Tennis.
How much prize money are they earning in Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner exhibition match?
Each player is reportedly receiving around €2 million (about $2.3 million) as an appearance fee, which is more than the Australian Open runner-up prize and nearly as much as the Grand Slam champion’s payout
Are there any points or trophies at stake in Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner exibition match?
No ranking points are on offer. The match is purely for entertainment.
What surface will the Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner match be played on?
The match will be played on an indoor hard court, similar to the conditions used at the Australian Open.
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Aniruddh Seshadri Iyer is a passionate sports journalist at Khel Now, specializing in tennis and Olympic sports. An engineer by training, he found his storytelling passion through iconic Grand Slam and Olympic moments. Known for sharp analysis and insightful coverage, he draws inspiration from Novak Djokovic’s resilience. Outside journalism, he enjoys reading, traveling, and playing the guitar.