The stage is set for one of the most anticipated events in women's tennis as the 2024 WTA Finals kick off in Cancún, Mexico. This year's tournament brings together the world's top eight singles players and doubles teams for a spectacular showdown under the Mexican sun.
Star-Studded Lineup Ready for Battle
The singles competition features an impressive roster of talent, including world number one Aryna Sabalenka, reigning champion Caroline Garcia, and rising American stars Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula. The field is completed by Elena Rybakina, Markéta Vondroušová, Ons Jabeur, and Maria Sakkari - ensuring no easy matches throughout the tournament.
Complete Daily Schedule and Format
The action begins on Sunday, October 29th, with the tournament running through Sunday, November 5th. The competition follows a round-robin format, with players divided into two groups of four:
- Bacalar Group: Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, Markéta Vondroušová, Maria Sakkari
- Chelem Group: Caroline Garcia, Coco Gauff, Ons Jabeur, Jessica Pegula
Each day features both afternoon and evening sessions, with singles matches starting at 3:00 PM local time and night sessions beginning at 7:00 PM. The semi-finals take place on Saturday, November 4th, leading to the championship matches on Sunday.
Record-Breaking Prize Money Distribution
This year's tournament boasts an impressive $9 million prize purse, with significant financial rewards at every stage:
- Undefeated champion: Could earn up to $3,024,000 including group stage victories
- Group stage wins: $198,000 per victory
- Alternates: $132,000 for participating players
- Semi-finalists: $756,000 plus group stage earnings
- Finalists: $1,476,000 for the runner-up
- Champion: $1,764,000 plus undefeated bonus potential
Doubles Action Heats Up
The doubles competition runs parallel to the singles event, featuring top pairs including Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula, who will be pulling double duty throughout the tournament. The doubles format mirrors the singles, with similar scheduling and a proportional share of the prize money.
Where to Watch: Tennis fans in the UK can catch all the action live on Amazon Prime Video, with comprehensive coverage of every match throughout the eight-day spectacle.
With perfect weather conditions expected and the world's best players competing for one of tennis's most prestigious titles, the 2024 WTA Finals promise to deliver unforgettable drama and world-class tennis from start to finish.
