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Roddick Backs Controversial Saudi Masters 1000 Tournament

10/26/2025

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Andy Roddick, former world No. 1, says non-mandatory Masters 1000 tournament in Saudi Arabia, set for 2028, could draw Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner with appearance fees.
Roddick expects the event in February, fitting the Middle Eastern swing.
Alexander Zverev also supports the tournament, saying it could improve the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) calendar and shorten the season.
The plan faces concerns over Saudi Arabia's human rights record.

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Andy Roddick, former world No. 1, says non-mandatory Masters 1000 tournament in Saudi Arabia, set for 2028, could draw Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner with appearance fees.
Roddick expects the event in February, fitting the Middle Eastern swing.
Alexander Zverev also supports the tournament, saying it could improve the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) calendar and shorten the season.
The plan faces concerns over Saudi Arabia's human rights record.