
Although the ATP Finals reached it's conclusion a few weeks ago, fans will get one last chance to enjoy some tennis with the Next Gen ATP Finals set to kick off from December 18-22, 2024.
Hosted in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the tournament will see the best rising stars aged 20 and under compete for the prestigious title. Consisting of only singles play, the event will see eight young stars attempt to make a name for themselves, as previous winners include World No.1 Jannik Sinner, reigning Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz and former ATP Finals titlist Stefanos Tsitsipas.
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The 2024 edition will see feature some ATP players who are already making a name for themselves on the main tour, despite their young age. Frenchman Arthur Fils has been a staple on tour this season, and he will lead his peers in what should be a very entertaining event.
Joining Fils is China's Shang Juncheng, with the 19-year old leftie already making waves this season. Czech star Jakub Mensik has also qualified for the event, with his consistent play earning him a spot amongst his peers. Below is the full list of entrants.
Arthur Fils
Alex Michelsen
Jakub Mensik
Juncheng Shang
Learner Tien
Luca Van Assche
Nishesh Basavareddy
João Fonseca
Alex Michelsen
Jakub Mensik
Juncheng Shang
Learner Tien
Luca Van Assche
Nishesh Basavareddy
João Fonseca
Alternates:
Martin Landaluce
Coleman Wong
Martin Landaluce
Coleman Wong
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Henrique Rocha
Vilius Gaubas
Henrique Rocha
Vilius Gaubas
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mandoist12-11-2026 - Tell this to Andreeva!
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mandoist12-11-2026 - I predicted whenthe list was finalised that Linda Noskova would win the WTA Finals and her matches against Gauff and Kostyuk prove that. She is the best (underrated) player in the world!Rapunzel11-11-2026
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mandoist09-11-2026 - Vukov is doing this to Lena... AGAIN!!!!! WTA's autonomous collective should be dismantled for allowing Vukov to re-emerge from his hand-slapping suspension. Just ask WTA employees how that's been going lately as they witness his continued verbal abuses. Women's Pro Tennis should start over.
mandoist08-11-2026 - Can't help but suspect Vukov is back to his old self again. Thank you, WTA. Perhaps you can give them a "Battling Couple of the Year Award 2026" ??
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