Alexander Zverev opens his Nitto ATP Finals campaign against Rafael Jodar on Sunday at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, according to official tournament scheduling details.
The world number one enters the John McEnroe group round-robin match. Jodar makes his debut in the season-ending championship, facing the top seed in the afternoon session at 14.00 local time.
Tournament organizers reported a record prize pool of over $15.7 million for the 2026 edition. The event runs through November at the Turin venue, drawing the top eight singles players and doubles teams on the ATP Tour.
Turin preps for a new tournament cycle
Marco Lavazza discussed the broader economic and cultural impact of the tournament on the host city. “Sinner gave us unforgettable emotions, but the success of the Finals goes beyond the individual champion,” Lavazza told La Stampa.
Angelo Binaghi said that Turin has successfully elevated tournament standards since 2021. “Turin has understood the value of tennis; it’s an undeniable success,” Binaghi told La Stampa, adding that the city is targeting a contract extension for the 2028-2030 cycle.
Sunday opening schedule
Play at the Inalpi Arena begins at 11.30 on Sunday with doubles action before the singles draws take center stage.
* Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten face Orlando Luz and Rafael Matos at 11.30.
* Alexander Zverev plays Rafael Jodar not before 14.00.
* Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic meet Theo Arribage and Albano Olivetti not before 18.00.
* Ben Shelton plays Arthur Fils in the evening session not before 20.30.
Shelton and Fils close out the opening day of round-robin matches in the John McEnroe group during the night session.
Frequently asked questions about the tournament
The tournament offers a record prize pool exceeding $15.7 million for competing singles and doubles competitors. Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten face Orlando Luz and Rafael Matos in the opening match. Where are the Nitto ATP Finals taking place? Matches take place at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, which holds the hosting rights through 2027 with aspirations for a 2028-2030 extension.
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