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When is the Six Kings Slam 2026? New dates and line-up confirmed
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Tennis fans will have to wait for the 2026 edition of the Six Kings Slam, which has been delayed until later this year.

The exhibition tournament in Riyadh was due to be played this week but has been postponed as a result of the ongoing unrest in the region.

A statement from the organisers explained that "the decision ⁠reflects Riyadh Season's commitment to ‌delivering sporting events to the highest ‌standards, following an assessment of the organisational and logistical challenges ⁠associated with hosting ​the tournament ​and their potential ​impact on the ⁠quality of the audience experience."

Jannik Sinner has won the Six Kings Slam in each of its first two years, but injury has curtailed the Italian's season and means he will not be back to defend his crown.

An eye-catching prize fund means the event will not be short on star power, however, with Alexander Zverev, Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic leading a stellar line-up.

Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about the new schedule of the Six Kings Slam 2026 tennis tournament.

When is the Six Kings Slam 2026?

The Six Kings Slam 2026 is now scheduled to take place between Sunday 27 December and Wednesday 30 December 2026.

Tuesday is expected to be a rest day as ATP rules dictate that players cannot compete three days in a row in an exhibition tournament.

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Six Kings Slam 2026 line-up

Novak Djokovic. Photo by Shi Tang/Getty Images

Subject to change. ATP rankings as of 20 October 2026.

  • Alexander Zverev (GER) [1]
  • Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) [3]
  • Alex de Minaur (AUS) [8]
  • Novak Djokovic (SRB) [12]
  • Taylor Fritz (USA) [14]
  • Learner Tien (USA) [18]

Defending champion Jannik Sinner was originally part of the field but was replaced by Learner Tien due to injury. Tien and Alex de Minaur are both making their Six Kings Slam debut this year. Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic will have a bye to the quarter-finals.

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