ATP Finals 2026 draw: Alcaraz faces Medvedev, Zverev meets Shelton in Turin
Synopsis
The 2026 ATP Finals draw in Turin has handed Alcaraz a blockbuster group featuring former champion Medvedev, while world No. 1 Zverev faces a rising-generation test against Shelton and debutant Fils. With Sinner out injured and four first-timers on the roster, this year's season-ender could produce a first-time champion in either half of the draw.
Key Takeaways
Alexander Zverev (World No.
1) is placed in the John McEnroe Group with Ben Shelton , Arthur Fils , and Rafael Jodar .
Carlos Alcaraz (second seed) headlines the Ivan Lendl Group alongside Daniil Medvedev , Flavio Cobolli , and Frances Tiafoe .
Zverev is a two-time ATP Finals champion ( 2018 and 2021 ), aiming for a record-equalling third title.
Alcaraz arrives in peak form after winning titles in Tokyo , Vienna , and Paris following his US Open return from injury.
Jannik Sinner has withdrawn due to injury, leaving Cobolli as Italy's standard-bearer at the home event.
The tournament runs at the Inalpi Arena, Turin from 15 to 22 November 2026 ; four players — Fils, Tiafoe, Cobolli, and Jodar — are making their debuts.
Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev discovered their group-stage paths at the 2026 ATP Finals after the draw was held in Turin on Thursday, 12 November. The season-ending tournament runs at the Inalpi Arena from 15 to 22 November, with eight of the world's best players competing for the sport's most coveted year-end title.
Group Breakdown
World No. 1 Zverev has been placed in the John McEnroe Group alongside American Ben Shelton, France's Arthur Fils, and Spain's Rafael Jodar. Second seed Alcaraz headlines the Ivan Lendl Group, which also features Russia's Daniil Medvedev, Italy's Flavio Cobolli, and American Frances Tiafoe.
Zverev Chasing a Third Title
The German ace won the ATP Finals in 2018 and 2021, making him a two-time champion entering the event. Zverev will face stiff resistance from Shelton — competing at his second ATP Finals — along with debutants Fils and Jodar, both making their first appearances at the year-end showpiece.
Alcaraz Eyes Maiden ATP Finals Crown
Alcaraz, 23, is appearing at the ATP Finals for the fourth time and reached the final last year without ultimately claiming the trophy. He enters Turin in formidable form, having won titles in Tokyo, Vienna, and Paris after returning from injury at the US Open. A win here would complete the Spaniard's collection of elite indoor trophies.
Medvedev and Cobolli Add Intrigue
Former champion Medvedev, who lifted the title in 2020, is considered Alcaraz's most dangerous rival in the Ivan Lendl Group. Cobolli carries the home crowd's hopes after compatriot and defending champion Jannik Sinner withdrew from the tournament due to injury — a significant blow for Italian tennis fans at the Inalpi Arena.
Doubles and Schedule
The doubles draw was also confirmed on Thursday, with defending champions Harri Heliövaara and Henry Patten heading the Todd Woodbridge Group. Singles action begins on Sunday, 15 November; the semi-finals are scheduled for Saturday, 21 November, and the final on Sunday, 22 November. With four debutants — Fils, Tiafoe, Cobolli, and Jodar — this edition features the most first-timers in recent memory, raising the prospect of fresh storylines alongside familiar rivalries.
Point of View
Meanwhile, removes the defending champion and the clearest threat to both top seeds — which paradoxically raises the pressure on Alcaraz and Zverev to deliver a final that justifies the hype.
NationPress
12 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is in Alcaraz's group at the 2026 ATP Finals?
Carlos Alcaraz headlines the Ivan Lendl Group alongside Daniil Medvedev, Flavio Cobolli, and Frances Tiafoe. All four will compete in a round-robin format for a place in the semi-finals.
Who is in Zverev's group at the 2026 ATP Finals?
World No. 1 Alexander Zverev is in the John McEnroe Group with Ben Shelton, Arthur Fils, and Rafael Jodar. It is Shelton's second ATP Finals appearance; Fils and Jodar are making their debuts.
When and where is the 2026 ATP Finals?
The 2026 ATP Finals is held at the Inalpi Arena in Turin, Italy, from 15 to 22 November 2026. Singles play begins on Sunday 15 November, with the final on Sunday 22 November.
Why is Jannik Sinner not playing at the 2026 ATP Finals?
Jannik Sinner, the defending champion, has withdrawn from the tournament due to injury. His absence leaves Flavio Cobolli as Italy's sole representative at the home event.
How many times has Zverev won the ATP Finals?
Alexander Zverev has won the ATP Finals twice, in 2018 and 2021. A third title in Turin would make him one of the most decorated champions in the tournament's history.
