The Next Gen Finals, first held in 2017, has become a significant event in the tennis calendar, providing a platform for the future stars of the sport to showcase their skills and earn crucial ranking points. With previous editions held in Milan, Italy, the tournament has enjoyed great success in highlighting emerging talents and giving fans a glimpse of the future of tennis. Now, the Next Gen Finals, an annual tennis tournament featuring the best players aged 21 and under, is set to embark on an exciting new chapter.
But this time, it is about to be held at a place that has already been in controversy because of the $650 billion Public Investment Fund in tennis, Saudi Arabia.
The Next Gen Finals to make their debut at Saudi Arabia
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With a commitment to boosting its sports and entertainment sectors, Saudi Arabia has been investing heavily in hosting major international events. The decision to stage the Next Gen Finals is a reflection of this ambitious vision, and it promises to usher in a new era of tennis in the Middle East.
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Tennis is heading to Saudi Arabia – location, venue and some plans has been confirmed to me via sources speaking on condition of anonymity ⬇️https://t.co/aqGDML8Gto via @ubitennis
— Adam_Addicott (@AdamAddicott) July 24, 2023
Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030 plan, unveiled in 2016, aims to diversify the country’s economy away from oil and create new opportunities in sectors such as sports, entertainment, and tourism.
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Hosting the Next Gen Finals is a crucial part of this strategy, as it seeks to establish Saudi Arabia as a major player in the global sports arena. The Kingdom has already hosted numerous high-profile events, including the Italian Super Cup, the Dakar Rally, and the Saudi International golf tournament.
More about the venue and arrangements of The Next Gen Finals in Saudi Arabia
To ensure a spectacular experience for players and fans alike, Saudi Arabia is sparing no expense in creating a state-of-the-art venue for the Next Gen Finals. The tournament will be held at a newly constructed stadium in the King Abdullah Sports City, located in the coastal city of Jeddah.
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This impressive sports complex boasts world-class facilities, including a 60,000-seat stadium, an indoor arena, and a dedicated tennis center with multiple courts. The state-of-the-art venue will provide an exceptional backdrop for the world’s most talented young players to compete at the highest level.
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