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Star-studded Saudi exhibition postponed after deadly attacks

The Six Kings Slam exhibition event - featuring Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic - is postponed following a series of deadly attacks on Saudi Arabia.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 4:25 PM
Star-studded Saudi exhibition postponed after deadly attacks
Key Things to Know
  • The Six Kings Slam tennis exhibition has been postponed following fatal attacks on Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
  • The event featuring Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic has been rescheduled from October 21 to December 27-30.
  • Organizers cited organizational and logistical challenges after strikes by Yemen's Houthi movement killed 13 people.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Six Kings Slam tennis exhibition in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been postponed following fatal missile attacks on the capital city. The three-day event was scheduled to begin on October 21 and feature Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, Alex de Minaur, Taylor Fritz, and Learner Tien. Organizers have rescheduled the lucrative tournament to take place from December 27 to December 30.

The postponement follows strikes launched by Yemen's Houthi movement, including an airport attack that killed 13 people and injured over 300. The broader sporting schedule across Saudi Arabia has faced disruptions, including three postponed Saudi Pro League matches and ongoing monitoring by golf's Asian Tour regarding its November event in Riyadh.

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