The crème de la crème of the tennis world will gather in Turin for the ATP Finals 2024 from November 10 to 17. The top eight players of the season are vying to become champions in one of the most special and relevant events on the calendar. We analyze the match schedules, the prize money, the favorites, and other details so you don't miss anything.
Every tennis fan eagerly anticipates the upcoming week in Turin each year. The opportunity to see the year's best competing against each other at the ATP Finals 2024, with a unique competition format and highly attractive matches, generates great excitement, and this edition is no exception. Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz come in as favorites, but there are many other questions to be answered.
- Competition Format and Tiebreaker Criteria
The most special feature of this tournament is its structure with a group stage, known as Round-Robin. The eight players are split into two groups of four, with two advancing to the semifinals from each group. Their ranking within the groups is determined by the highest number of victories, and in case of a tie, the head-to-head matches will be considered, as a substitute player may have entered mid-tournament.
If only two players are tied, their head-to-head match outcome will decide. Things get more complicated if there is an equilibrium among three players, all having played the same number of matches. In such a scenario, the tie would be broken based on the highest percentage of sets won, and if the tie persists, by the highest percentage of games won. In the unlikely and convoluted event of a continued tie, the player with the best ranking among those in balance would move to the semifinals.
- Schedule and Timings for the ATP Finals 2024
Highly interesting and equally matched matchups right from the start. The event will consist of two sessions each day from November 10 to 15, with one doubles match and one singles match in each session. The morning session starts at 11:30 a.m. with the individual match not before 2:00 p.m., while the evening session begins with doubles at 6:00 p.m., and the second daily singles match will be played at 8:30 p.m.
The individual semifinals will take place on Saturday, November 16, with the first match not before 2:30 p.m., and the evening match not before 8:30 p.m. The event reaches its conclusion on Sunday, November 17, with the doubles final at 3:00 p.m. and the singles final at 6:00 p.m.
Once all the participants for the 2024 ATP Finals are known, a draw will be conducted, scheduled for Thursday at 12:00 p.m., although it might be delayed due to uncertainties regarding the qualified players. Following that draw, it will be determined which players will compete on Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday in the group stage, and who will play on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. These factors will influence the timings of the semifinal matches for each player.
- Prize Money and Points Distribution in the ATP Finals 2024
Coming from the staggering sums in Saudi Arabia, these prize amounts may seem modest, but this event is one of the highest-paying tournaments throughout the season. Additionally, it is the only tournament in the calendar where a player can earn 1,500 points, provided they become the undefeated champion. However, winning the tournament with a loss in the group stage would reduce both the points and prize earnings.
Prize Money Distribution
- Alternate: $155,000
- Participation Fee: $331,000 (if all three round-robin matches are played)
- Group Stage Victory: $396,500
- Semifinal Victory: $1,123,400
- Final Victory: $2,237,200
- Undefeated Champion: $4,881,500
ATP Ranking Points Distribution
- Group Stage Win: 200 points
- Semifinal Win: 400 points
- Final Win: 500 points
- Undefeated Champion: 1,500 points
- Where to Watch the ATP Finals 2024 on TV and Online
The Movistar+ platform will broadcast all individual matches of the ATP Finals 2024, either on its general channels like #Vamos and Movistar+ on channel 7, or on its Sports+ package channels. In Latin America, the tournament will be available on ESPN. Additionally, TennisTV will provide all matches through its on-demand subscription service accessible worldwide on any device.
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