The Women's Tennis Association has unveiled spectacular details for the 2024 WTA Finals, setting a new benchmark in women's sports with a staggering £7.7 million prize pool—the largest in the tournament's prestigious history.
Record-Breaking Financial Rewards
This year's competitors are playing for unprecedented financial rewards, with the undefeated champion potentially earning over £2.3 million. The tournament structure ensures significant earnings even for early exits, reinforcing the WTA's commitment to elevating women's tennis.
Star-Studded Championship Lineup
Eight of the world's elite players have qualified for the crown jewel event in Riyadh:
- Iga Świątek - World Number One and French Open champion
- Coco Gauff - US Open title holder and crowd favourite
- Aryna Sabalenka - Australian Open powerhouse
- Elena Rybakina - Wimbledon champion
- Jessica Pegula - Consistent top-five performer
- Markéta Vondroušová - Wimbledon surprise champion
- Ons Jabeur - Three-time Grand Slam finalist
- Qinwen Zheng - Australian Open finalist breakthrough
Tournament Format & Schedule
The action kicks off on November 2nd with players divided into two groups of four. Each competitor will play three round-robin matches, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout semi-finals.
Group Stage Schedule:
- Saturday, November 2nd: Opening ceremonies and first matches
- Sunday, November 3rd - Wednesday, November 6th: Daily round-robin matches
- Thursday, November 7th: Semi-finals determine championship contenders
- Saturday, November 9th: Grand finale for the Billie Jean King Trophy
Historic Venue & Broadcast Details
This marks the first WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia following a groundbreaking partnership agreement. Tennis enthusiasts worldwide can catch every thrilling moment through comprehensive broadcast coverage across multiple platforms.
The tournament represents not just a championship battle but a significant moment in women's tennis history, combining elite competition with record-breaking investment in the sport's future.
