Six Kings Slam 2026 moves to 27–30 December — and Sinner is back
The Riyadh event moves from October to 27, 28 and 30 December 2026. Jannik Sinner is back in the six-man field, with a $13.5 million purse at stake.
The Six Kings Slam 2026 will be played on 27, 28 and 30 December 2026 at The Venue (anb arena) in Riyadh, instead of the original 21–24 October dates. Riyadh Season moved the event, citing organisational and logistical reasons. 29 December is a rest day, and the whole tournament still streams live on Netflix worldwide.
Sinner is back
In early October Jannik Sinner withdrew with a knee injury and Learner Tien took his place. With the new dates, Sinner returns: on 26 October the organisers confirmed the two-time champion is back in the field. The six players are Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur.
Format and schedule
The format is unchanged — straight knockout, with four players opening in the quarter-finals and two going directly into the semi-finals. The quarter-finals are expected on 27 December, the semi-finals on the 28th and the third-place match and final on the 30th. The December draw has not yet been published. Every player receives $1.5 million; the champion takes $6 million in total.
What it means for guests
The new dates fall between Christmas and New Year, the busiest week of the year for flights and hotels in the region. Holders of October tickets are directed by the organisers to the Ehtemam centre for updates. Obsidians arranges courtside seats, hospitality suites and three-night packages, plus transfers, a hotel in Riyadh and flights from Dubai — with a return to Dubai for New Year's Eve straight after the final. Same-day confirmation.
Questions and answers
When is the Six Kings Slam 2026?
It has moved from October to 27, 28 and 30 December 2026 at anb arena, Riyadh.
Who is playing?
Six players, including Jannik Sinner, who is back in the field; the purse is $13.5 million.
How can I get tickets or a VIP suite?
Obsidians books tickets and VIP suites, flights and hotels in Riyadh, with same-day confirmation.
Where is the Six Kings Slam held?
At anb arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of Riyadh Season.
Do I need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
It depends on your passport; many nationalities get an e-visa online. We advise when you book.