The 2024 ASB Classic in Auckland will run from January 8th to 13th and will feature a fantastic field of talented players.
As the only professional ATP tournament being held in New Zealand, it is not a surprise to see higher-ranked players list Auckland as their favorite destination to visit and play tennis in the opening month of the new season.
Most importantly, the 28-player singles field will have a priceless advantage of building on the momentum before flying to Melbourne to play the 2024 Australian Open. This article will equip you with the information you need to watch the 46th edition of the ASB Classic.
When Does The 2024 ASB Classic Start?
The 2024 ASB Classic will be played between January 8th and 13th. The event will be staged on outdoor hard courts at the ASB Tennis Centre - one of the oldest tennis facilities in the world.
Who Is Playing The 2024 ASB Classic?
The draw for the 2024 ASB Classic in Auckland has been revealed. The top seed at the tournament is rising American Ben Shelton. The other Top 20 player in the field is Cameron Norrie, a two-time finalist who occupies the bottom half of the draw.
Defending champion Richard Gasquet will also return but faces a tricky opening match against compatriot Arthur Fils. Former Top 10 player Felix Auger-Aliassime, who was left out of Canada's team to play the Davis Cup Qualifiers in early February, will fly to Auckland for the first time.
What Is The Prize Money For The 2024 ASB Classic?
The total prize money for this ATP 250 event has also been confirmed, and it stands at $661,585. The champion will talk the biggest chunk amounting to $100,640 and the full 250 ranking points.
Where To Watch The 2024 ASB Classic?
Tennis TV will provide a live-streaming option for international viewers at a monthly subscription fee of $16.99.
Due to broadcasting rights and restrictions, please confirm that "Geo-blocks" don't apply in the country you are in before subscribing.
Some of the major broadcast partners for the 2024 ASB Classic are highlighted below:
Africa: Viewers from Sub-Saharan Africa can watch live matches from Auckland on SuperSport TV.
Australia: beIN Sports Australia holds the television rights to ATP tournaments not held in Australia.
Canada: The ATP has listed TSN as the official broadcast partner for ATP 250 tournaments.
MENA Region: BeIN Sports retains broadcast rights for all tennis content in the Middle East and North Africa.
UK: Sky UK is now the major broadcaster of all ATP content in the United Kingdom.
USA: Tennis Channel will air all the main draw matches from Auckland.
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