Will Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic play at Six Kings Slam?

The Six Kings Slam will feature the top ATP players in action.

The Six Kings Slam is set to start soon as the top players from the ATP tour will engage in intense battles. There have been questions regarding the presence of Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic. The exhibition event will go on for four days as matches will be held for three days. The players will have a day’s rest in between to recover for their next match.

The event will feature young stars such as Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev and Holger Rune. Meanwhile Nadal has not played a match since competing in doubles and singles in the Paris Olympics 2024. He has only played 19 matches this season and reached the finals at Bastad.

Nadal had earlier announced his retirement from the sport after the Davis Cup Finals in Malaga. It further raised doubts about his presence in Riyadh. The 38-year-old would want to keep a healthy schedule before representing his country for the one last time. He could have a pre-farewell match in Riyadh before heading to the Davis Cup and can also practise with Djokovic.

The Spaniard’s arch-rival is yet to win a title this season. Apart from winning the elusive Olympic gold in Paris, the Serbian has played 46 matches this season. He was the finalist in Wimbledon and Shanghai Masters.

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The Six Kings Slam will feature Djokovic and Nadal as they will play along with their successors in Riyadh. Both veterans have been given a lighter schedule as compared to other players. Djokovic and Nadal will look to keep the mood light just like they used to in the Laver Cup. While there is no team format like the Laver Cup, the court atmosphere will certainly keep their energy up.

When and Where will Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal play in Six Kings Slam?

While the matches will begin on October 16, Djokovic and Nadal will play on October 17. The matches will be held in ‘The Venue’, Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

What is the schedule for Djokovic, Nadal in the Six Kings Slam?

Djokovic, Nadal received byes in their opening match in Riyadh. While others will start with their quarterfinal matches, the pair will begin their campaign with semi-final matches. They will play their first match on October 17 and then get a day’s rest. Depending upon the result of their match, they could again play on October 19.

Semi-final 1 – October 17: Djokovic vs winner of first Quarterfinal  (Jannik Sinner vs Daniil Medvedev)

Semi-final 2- October 17: Nadal vs winner of second quarterfinal (Carlos Alcaraz vs Holger Rune)

Third place playoffs- October 19: Depending up on results of semi-final 1 and 2. Players who lost in the 1 and 2 semi-final.

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