United Cup 2024: How it Works and More
The United Cup is an international team tennis tournament that uniquely combines male and female players in a mixed-team format. Teams from various countries compete, with each team comprising players from both the ATP and WTA Tours. The competition typically includes men’s and women’s singles matches and mixed doubles, ensuring an equal contribution from all players. This event not only showcases individual talents but also emphasizes teamwork and national pride. The United Cup, with its inclusive and diverse format, adds a distinctive dimension to the international tennis calendar, appealing to a wide range of tennis fans worldwide.
When Is the 2024 United Cup?
– Dates: Scheduled between December 29, 2023, and January 7, 2024, the 2024 United Cup offers an exhilarating start to the tennis season, bridging two years with top-tier tennis action.
– Venues: The tournament will be played on outdoor hard courts, offering a challenging and dynamic environment for the players. The choice of venues underscores Australia’s commitment to hosting premier tennis events.
How Does the United Cup work?
Format and Competition
-Team Dynamics: The tournament’s format of 18 teams split into six groups promises intense competition and diverse matchups, showcasing a blend of emerging talents and seasoned professionals.
Match Structure:
Each tie in the group stage is a mini-tournament in itself, featuring a men’s ATP singles match, a women’s WTA singles match, and a mixed doubles match, offering a comprehensive tennis experience.
The format ensures that only the best-performing teams advance, making every match crucial. This structure adds to the suspense and excitement, as teams not only aim to top their groups but also vie for the coveted best runner-up positions.
Venue and Hosting Cities
The 2024 United Cup is set to be a highlight in the tennis world, hosted in the vibrant cities of Perth and Sydney, Australia. The tournament will unfold in two renowned venues: the RAC Arena in Perth, known for its state-of-the-art facilities, and the historic Ken Rosewall Arena at Sydney Olympic Park, a site with a rich legacy in Australian tennis.
What is the prize money for the 2024 United Cup?
The 2024 United Cup will offer a minimum of US$10 million in prize money and participation fees, with a minimum of US$5 million each for ATP and WTA players, respectively. The prize money is split into three components: participation fee, per team wins and prize money (explained below).
What is the draw for the 2024 United Cup?
The groups have been announced for the 2024 United Cup:
PERTH
Group A
Poland
Spain
Brazil
Group C
United States
Great Britain
Australia
Group E
Czech Republic
China
Serbia
SYDNEY
Group B
Greece
Canada
Chile
Group D
France
Italy
Germany
Group F
Croatia
Netherlands
Norway
What is the schedule for the 2024 United Cup?
PERTH GROUP PLAY – RAC ARENA
| Day | Time/Group | Teams |
| Fri. 29 Dec. | 10am / A | Spain v Brazil |
| Fri. 29 Dec. | 5pm / C | Great Britain v Australia |
| Sat. 30 Dec. | 10am / E | Czech Rep. v China |
| Sat. 30 Dec. | 5pm / A | Poland v Brazil |
| Sun. 31 Dec. | 10am / C | USA v Great Britain |
| Sun. 31 Dec. | 5pm / E | China v Serbia |
| Mon. 1 Jan. | 10am / A | Poland v Spain |
| Mon. 1 Jan. | 5pm / C | USA v Australia |
| Tue. 2 Jan. | 10 am / E | Czech Rep. v Serbia |
PERTH QUARTER-FINALS
| Day | Time/Group | Teams |
| Wed. 3 Jan. | 10am / QF 1 | Group A winner v Best runner-up |
| Wed. 3 Jan | 5pm / QF 2 | Group C winner v Group E winner |
SYDNEY GROUP PLAY – KEN ROSEWALL ARENA
| Day | Time/Group | Teams |
| Fri. 29 Dec. | Day | No play |
| Fri. 29 Dec. | Night | No play |
| Sat. 30 Dec. | 10.30am / F | Netherlands v Norway |
| Sat. 30 Dec. | 5.30pm / D | Italy v Germany |
| Sun. 31 Dec. | 10.30am /B | Canada v Chile |
| Sun. 31 Dec. | Night | No play |
| Mon. 1 Jan. | 10.30am / F | Croatia v Norway |
| Mon. 1 Jan. | 5.30pm /D | France v Germany |
| Tue. 2 Jan. | 10.30am / B | Greece v Chile |
| Tue. 2 Jan. | 5.30pm /F | Croatia v Netherlands |
| Wed. 3 Jan. | 10.30 am / D | France v Italy |
| Wed. 3 Jan. | 5.30pm / B | Greece v Canada |
SYDNEY QUARTER-FINALS
| Day | Time/Group | Teams |
| Thu. 4 Jan. | 5.30pm / QF 3 | Group D winner v Group F winner |
| Fri. 5 Jan | 5.30pm / QF 4 | Group B winner v Best runner-up |
SYDNEY SEMI-FINALS
| Day | Time/Group | Teams |
| Sat. 6 Jan. | 10.30am / SF 1 | QF 1 Winner v QF 3 winner |
| Sat. 6 Jan. | 5.30pm / SF 2 | QF 2 Winner v QF 4 winner |
SYDNEY FINAL
| Day | Time/Group | Teams |
| Sun. 7 Jan. | 5.30 pm Final | SF winner 1 v SF winner 2 |
How much will the prize and participation fees total for the 2024 United Cup?
For the United Cup 2024, the total prize and participation fees are set at a minimum of US$10 million. This amount is evenly distributed, with at least US$5 million allocated for both ATP and WTA players. The overall prize money is divided into three categories: participation fees, earnings based on team victories, and additional prize money as detailed below.
Participation Fee
| No. 1 Player | |
| Singles Ranking | $/Player |
| 1-10 | $200,000 |
| 11-20 | $100,000 |
| 21-30 | $60,000 |
| 31-50 | $40,000 |
| 51-100 | $30,000 |
| 101-250 | $25,000 |
| 251+ | $20,000 |
| No. 2 Player | |
| Singles Ranking | Fee |
| 1-10 | $200,000 |
| 11-20 | $100,000 |
| 21-30 | $50,000 |
| 31-50 | $30,000 |
| 51-100 | $20,000 |
| 101-250 | $15,000 |
| 251+ | $10,000 |
| No. 3 Player | |
| Singles or Doubles Ranking | Fee |
| 1-30 | $30,000 |
| 31-100 | $15,000 |
| 101-250 | $7,500 |
| 251+ | $6,000 |
Prize Money
| Match Wins | No. 1 | Mixed Doubles |
| Final | $251,000 | $47,255 |
| SF | $132,000 | $24,750 |
| QF | $69,500 | $13,000 |
| Group | $38,325 | $7,200 |
| Team Wins | |
| Final | $23,155 |
| SF | $13,650 |
| QF | $8,025 |
| Group | $5,000 |
Pepperstone ATP Rankings Points / WTA Rankings Points
| Opponent’s Ranking | 1-10 | 11-20 | 21-30 |
| Final Win | 180 | 140 | 120 |
| SF Win | 130 | 105 | 90 |
| QF Win | 80 | 65 | 55 |
| Group Win | 55 | 45 | 40 |
| Max Points | 500 | 400 | 345 |
| Opponent’s Ranking | 31-50 | 51-100 | 101-250 | 251+ |
| Final Win | 90 | 60 | 40 | 35 |
| SF Win | 60 | 40 | 35 | 25 |
| QF Win | 40 | 35 | 25 | 20 |
| Group Win | 35 | 25 | 20 | 15 |
| Max Points | 260 | 185 | 140 | 110 |
