Masters 1000 in Riyadh: a possibility closer than ever

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In mid-month, news broke about the possible organization of a Masters 1000 in Riyadh, with Massimo Calvelli, CEO of the ATP, speaking clearly on the subject, one of the first official confirmations of this matter. As reported by L'Equipe, negotiations regarding the hosting of this major event in Saudi Arabia are progressing significantly this week during the Madrid Masters 1000.

Different formulas have already been tested, initial contacts, in the area of debate, with the WTA Finals being the most recent precedent of a long history of exhibition tournaments, just like the Six Kings Slam that caught the world's attention, among other things, for its lucrative prizes, such as the 6 million dollars that Jannik Sinner took home, or the golden racket awarded to Nadal (worth around $250,000). The ground has been surveyed and the decision is very close to being made: there will be a Masters 1000 in Saudi Arabia (probably in 2028).

"Many agents and tournament directors have come together in the Spanish capital. The agenda includes discussions on investments, partnerships, future calendars, and joint actions between the WTA and the ATP," confirmed L'Equipe, mentioning that a meeting of the ATP Board of Directors will take place this Saturday to continue discussing this matter.

The dates for this possible Masters 1000 in Saudi Arabia and its impact on the circuit

"Rumors in the halls of Madrid suggest that February could mark the birth of this event." As reported by Julien Reboullet, the Riyadh Masters 1000 would initially be for men only, held in a single week: "The draw would be limited to 56 players, like those in Monte Carlo and Paris, and the top eight seeds would receive byes in the first round." This event would be part of the Middle East tour along with the tournaments in Doha and Dubai. The addition of this Masters 1000 could further jeopardize the presence of certain ATP 250 events, although details on these events have not yet been provided.

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