The kingdom is putting on the richest tennis exhibition in history, but its wider ambitions in the sport have contracted.
Each of the six players were guaranteed $1.5 million for participating, with the winner taking home $6 million.
Rafael Nadal of Spain greets spectators after the semifinal match against his compatriot Carlos Alcaraz at the Six K ...
Cristiano Ronaldo would appear to be king in the eyes of Saudi football supporters, with Brazilian star Neymar getting booed ...
Though not officially counted, the third-place affair in the Riyadh exhibition carried historical significance.
Rafa Nadal thanked Novak Djokovic for making him play beyond his limits as the two great rivals faced off for the final time ...