The Million Dollar 1 Point Slam event is set to take place on Wednesday 14 January at Melbourne Park, bringing together some of the biggest names in tennis for a one-of-a-kind competition. The format is simple yet dramatic: one point decides the outcome, with a million dollars on the line. This thrilling concept ensures that every rally carries immense pressure and excitement.
Star-studded lineup
The confirmed player list features a mix of current champions and fan favourites. Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, two of the brightest stars on the ATP Tour, will headline the men’s field alongside Felix Auger-Aliassime, Nick Kyrgios, and Daniil Medvedev. On the women’s side, world No.1 Iga Swiatek will be joined by Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka, and Qinwen Zheng, creating a lineup that blends established champions with rising talents.
Anticipation among fans
The event has already generated buzz among tennis enthusiasts, who are eager to see how the players adapt to the sudden-death format. With no room for error, the competition promises intensity from the very first serve. The presence of global icons like Osaka and Swiatek, alongside crowd favourites such as Kyrgios, ensures that the spectacle will capture attention both in Melbourne and worldwide.
A showcase of pressure and performance
The Million Dollar 1 Point Slam is more than just an exhibition; it is a test of nerve, precision, and mental strength. Each participant will step onto the court knowing that a single point could define their performance. For fans, it offers a rare chance to witness tennis stripped down to its most dramatic essence, where every shot truly matters.
This event at Melbourne Park is poised to be one of the most talked-about moments of the 2026 tennis season, combining entertainment, unpredictability, and the thrill of high-stakes competition.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
Ranked no.2, the Italian played his last match on the 16th of November when he overcame world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4) 7-5
in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals to win his 25th career title.Until now, during this year Sinner has achieved an overall 58-6 record. The Italian clinched 6 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, Beijing, Vienna, Paris and the Nitto ATP Finals. Jannik was the runner-up in Rome, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Currently ranked no.1, Carlos played his last match on the 16th of November when he capitulated to world no.2 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 7-5 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
At the moment, during this season Carlos achieved a 71-9 record. Alcaraz has won 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. The Spaniard reached the final in Barcelona, Wimbledon and the Nitto ATP Finals.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz faced off 17 times. Their current record is 11-6 for Alcaraz.