Overview

• Alexander Zverev lost 3–6, 4–6 to Taylor Fritz in a 59‑minute quarterfinal at the non‑ATP event in Riyadh, his seventh straight defeat to the American.
• Fritz advanced past Zverev to face Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinal, where Alcaraz won 6–4, 6–1 to reach the final.
• Each invitee receives about $1.5 million in appearance money, with a reported $4.5 million winner’s check for a potential $6 million total, and no ranking points on offer.
• Zverev cited recurring physical issues, referencing back pain and a shoulder concern at the event, and said he will prioritize getting healthy for Vienna, Paris and the ATP Finals.
• The Netflix-streamed tournament has drawn criticism over its purpose and venue, with Boris Becker saying it offers money but no points or respect and others raising sportswashing concerns.