The grass-court season is in full swing with ATP 500 events taking place at Halle and Queen’s Club. Fans can expect to see top players like Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Andy Murray in action this week.
In Halle, all eyes will be on Jannik Sinner as he competes as the No. 1 player for the first time. Sinner, who reached the quarter-finals at the ATP 500 event last year, will face Tallon Griekspoor in his opening match. Meanwhile, Alexander Zverev will be looking to bounce back after coming close to winning the Roland Garros title. Daniil Medvedev, seeking his first title of 2024, will also be a player to watch in Halle.
The field in Halle also includes former champions like Alexander Bublik and Hubert Hurkacz, both known for their strong serves on grass. Additionally, Sinner will be pulling double duty as he competes in the doubles event with partner Hubert Hurkacz.
Over at Queen’s Club, Carlos Alcaraz will be defending his title after an impressive 12-match winning streak on grass. Alex de Minaur, currently in seventh place in the ATP Live Race To Turin, is looking to secure a spot in the Nitto ATP Finals with a strong performance at Queen’s Club. Andy Murray, a five-time Queen’s Club champion, will be aiming to add another title to his collection.
The American contingent at Queen’s Club is also strong, with players like Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul, and Sebastian Korda in the main draw. The tournament will also feature the ATP Doubles Trial, with top seeds like Rohan Bopanna/Matthew Ebden and Marcelo Arevalo/Mate Pavic vying for the title.
Overall, tennis fans can expect an exciting week of action at both Halle and Queen’s Club, with top players showcasing their skills on the grass courts. Whether it’s the rise of young stars like Sinner and Alcaraz or the comeback of seasoned champions like Murray, there will be plenty of thrilling matches to watch.