The groups for the 2026 ATP Finals have been confirmed, with Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, Ben Shelton and Daniil Medvedev discovering their round-robin opponents ahead of the season-ending tournament in Turin. The draw has produced two competitive groups, featuring former champions, recent Grand Slam winners and several players making their debut at the prestigious event.
World No. 1 Zverev will headline the John McEnroe Group, where he will face Shelton, Arthur Fils and Rafael Jodar. The German will reunite with Shelton just weeks after defeating the American in the US Open final, setting up one of the most anticipated matches of the round-robin stage.
Meanwhile, seven-time Grand Slam champion Alcaraz leads the Ivan Lendl Group alongside former world No. 1 Medvedev, French Open finalist Flavio Cobolli and Frances Tiafoe. The Spaniard arrives in Italy in outstanding form, riding a 10-match winning streak after collecting titles in Vienna, Tokyo and Paris.
The 57th edition of the ATP Finals will take place from November 15 to 22 at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, where eight of the best players of the season will compete for the final major trophy of the ATP calendar. However, there will be a notable absence, as defending champion Jannik Sinner has withdrawn after ending his season early to recover from a right knee issue.
Zverev and Shelton reunite in the John McEnroe Group
Zverev will have an immediate opportunity to renew his rivalry with Shelton after the two met in the US Open final, where the German claimed his maiden championship at Flushing Meadows. The American, currently ranked fourth in the world, will be looking to turn the tables when they meet again in Turin.
| Player | Status |
| Alexander Zverev | Two-time champion |
| Ben Shelton | 2025 debutant |
| Arthur Fils | Debutant |
| Rafael Jodar | Debutant |
The German is a two-time ATP Finals champion and will be chasing another trophy after adding the US Open to his achievements this season. His experience could prove particularly valuable in a group that also includes two players making their first appearance at the tournament.
Alexander Zverev of Germany and Ben Shelton of the United States pose for photos during the awarding ceremony after their men's singles final match at the 2026 US Open
Fils and Jodar complete the John McEnroe Group. The Frenchman is chasing his third title of the season, while the young Spaniard is also looking to make an impression on his ATP Finals debut after collecting his second title of the campaign.
The group arguably presents the more difficult challenge on paper, particularly with three players arriving in Turin after strong seasons and the added motivation surrounding the Zverev-Shelton rematch.
Alcaraz faces Medvedev, Cobolli and Tiafoe in the Ivan Lendl Group
Alcaraz will begin his campaign as the leading name in the Ivan Lendl Group, although he will face a potentially tricky combination of opponents. The Spaniard is still searching for his first ATP Finals title after finishing runner-up last year, and his recent form makes him one of the main favourites to go all the way.
| Player | Status |
| Carlos Alcaraz | 2025 runner-up |
| Daniil Medvedev | 2020 champion |
| Flavio Cobolli | Debutant |
| Frances Tiafoe | Returning qualifier |
Medvedev will be among his toughest opponents. The Russian, who lifted the trophy in 2020, has enjoyed an impressive run since the US Open, winning ATP 250 titles in Hangzhou and Almaty while recording 18 victories in his last 22 matches.
Cobolli and Tiafoe complete the group, with both facing different challenges heading into the tournament. The Italian will have the additional motivation of playing on home soil, but his physical condition is a concern after retiring from his match at the Vienna Open due to a muscle strain. He has not competed since.
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Tiafoe, meanwhile, will be hoping to rediscover his best tennis after a difficult stretch following his run to the US Open semi-finals. The American has won just two of his six matches since then, although his title at the Halle Open earlier in the season demonstrated his ability to compete against the best.
The projected semi-final matchups based on seeding would see Zverev face Medvedev and Alcaraz take on Shelton, although the round-robin results will ultimately determine the final four.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
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