Eight Tennis Stars Battle for $1 Million at The MGM Slam

A Star-Studded Roster Hits the Strip

Las Vegas is about to host one of the biggest showdowns in pro tennis — and no, it’s not happening in the desert sun. It’s happening under the bright lights of T-Mobile Arena as The MGM Slam Presented by Capital One returns on Sunday, March 1, 2026, serving up an elite field of eight world-class players and a cool $1 million prize pool.

And if you’re a tennis fan, this lineup is as stacked as it gets.

A Star-Studded Roster Hits the Strip

Leading the charge is ATP World No. 6 and top-ranked American Taylor Fritz, fresh off captaining Team World to a Laver Cup victory and continuing his steady climb as U.S. tennis’ top hope. He’s joined by a powerhouse mix of global talent:

• Tommy Paul (USA) – World No. 20, Florida favorite, and former Aussie Open semifinalist

• Casper Ruud (NOR) – Former World No. 2 and three-time Grand Slam finalist

• Nick Kyrgios (AUS) – The lightning rod showman returning from injury and always worth the price of admission

• Joao Fonseca (BRA) – The 19-year-old phenom with a monster forehand and major upside

• Gael Monfils (FRA) – The human highlight reel entering his farewell season

• Lorenzo Musetti (ITA) – Stylish, smooth, and currently No. 8 in the world

• Alexander Bublik (KAZ) – Trick-shot king and the only player not named Alcaraz to beat Jannik Sinner in 2025

The event features a 10-point tiebreaker knockout format, so expect fast action, huge momentum swings, and zero room for mistakes. First ball hits at 4 p.m. PT.

How to Get Tickets

Tickets go on sale through a series of windows:

• Capital One Cardholder Presale: Tue, Dec. 9 @ 10 a.m. – Thu, Dec. 11 @ 9 a.m.

• MGM Rewards Early Access: Thu, Dec. 11 from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

• Public On-Sale: Fri, Dec. 12 @ 10 a.m. PT on AXS.com

Capital One customers can also go full VIP with exclusive packages that include a two-night hotel stay, event tickets, after-party access, and perks throughout the weekend — all available via Capital One Entertainment.

Taylor Fritz

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 24: Taylor Fritz of USA plays Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece on day 8 of the 2022 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 24, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia.

The American No. 1 has 10 ATP titles and that historic 2022 Indian Wells victory — the first for a U.S. man since Agassi. Fresh off another strong Laver Cup run, Fritz looks like the man to beat.

Tommy Paul

Tommy Paul at 2024 Delray Beach Open Delray Beach, FL February 10th - 19th 2024

Reached No. 8 in 2025 and keeps stacking major results. Four titles and some of the cleanest ball-striking on tour.

Casper Ruud

Paris, France, 3 June 2023, Roland Garros tennis tournament: 4th seed Norwegian Casper Ruud playing China's Zhizhen Zhang in the 3rd round on Court Suzanne Lenglen

A Norwegian legend at this point. Three Slam finals, 14 titles, and finally an ATP Masters 1000 trophy from Madrid this year.

Nick Kyrgios

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 13: Nick Kyrgios of Australia plays against Novak Djokovic of Serbia in an Arena Showdown charity match ahead of the 2023 Australian Open at Melbourne Park

You never know what you’re going to get — except entertainment. After battling injuries, Kyrgios is eyeing a big return ahead of the January Slam season.

João Fonseca

João Fonseca at the 2025 Miami Open March 23, 2025 Miami Gardens, Florida, United States

At just 19, he’s already in the Top 25 and winning titles in Argentina and Basel. Expect firepower.

Gael Monfils

Metz, France - September 23, 2021: 3rd seed Gael Monfils (FRA) defeated lucky loser Philipp Kohlschreiber (GER) 7(7)-6(2), 6-4 in the round of 16 at the ATP250 Moselle Open

One of the most beloved players in the sport. At 40, he’s wrapping up a 22-year career — and still making history, winning a title in Auckland at age 38.

Lorenzo Musetti

Rome, Italy 05.13.2025: Men's Singles R16, Lorenzo Musetti (ITA) r9 against Daniil Medvedev (RUS) r11, during the Internazionali BNL d'Italia 2025 ATP Masters Men's 1000 of Rome at the Foro Italico

The one-handed backhand everyone loves. Olympic bronze medalist. World No. 8. And a major semifinalist twice in 2024.

Alexander Bublik

NEW YORK - AUGUST 23, 2024: Alexander Bublik celebrates victory after 2024 Ultimate Tennis Showdown New York Day 2 semifinal match against Alex de Minaur at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, New York

Arguably the most entertaining wild card in the field. Eight titles, crazy shotmaking, and a career-best 2025 that included wins on all three surfaces.

A Growing Vegas Tradition

This is the third year MGM Resorts International brings The MGM Slam to Vegas, and they’ve made a habit of delivering epic matchups.

• In 2025, Aryna Sabalenka took down Naomi Osaka in a WTA showcase.

• In 2024, fans watched Rafael Nadal battle Carlos Alcaraz — one of his final matches before retirement.

MGM Resorts Live Event Ventures continues to push Vegas deeper into the sports world, and this event is becoming a can’t-miss fixture on the calendar.