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The King Returns: Novak Djokovic Returns to Hurlingham for the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic

22 June 2026
  • Olympic Gold medallist and 24-Grand Slam singles titles record holder Novak Djokovic is scheduled to play World No. 22 Karen Khachanov on Wednesday 24th

  • Other players added to the line-up include World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, World No. 5 Ben Shelton and HSBC Championships finalist Tommy Paul

  • The Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic runs from 23rd-27th June at the prestigious Hurlingham Club


LONDON (22nd June 2026): Olympic Gold medallist and 24-Grand Slam singles titles record holder Novak Djokovic will return to the grass courts of the Hurlingham Club for this year’s Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic.


Newly confirmed additions to the lineup include World No. 5 Ben Shelton, World No. 14 Jiri Lehecka, World No. 24 Tommy Paul and World No. 84 Giovanni Mpetshi-Perricard. They join a strong roster featuring British No. 1 Cameron Norrie, World No. 10 Flavio Cobolli, World No. 12 Casper Ruud, World No. 18 Learner Tien and World No. 22 Karen Khachanov.


Novak Djokovic is set to take on Karen Khachanov on Wednesday, 24 June, following the clash between Jannik Sinner and Cameron Norrie. The pair previously faced one another at The Hurlingham Club in 2025, delivering a captivating contest on its immaculate grass courts. Fans can expect another thrilling encounter ahead of Wimbledon.


Djokovic holds a record 428 weeks at World No. 1 over 13 years and has finished as the year-end No. 1 on eight occasions. He has been a regular participant at the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic since 2022.


Now in its 32nd edition, the Giorgio Armani Tennis Classic continues to combine world-class tennis with British elegance, hosted at one of the UK’s most exclusive members’ clubs. As title partner for the fifth consecutive year, Giorgio Armani brings signature style and sophistication to this unique sporting event.


Tournament Director, Nikhil Waugh said: “We are delighted to welcome such an exceptional field of players to The Hurlingham Club this year. Novak’s return to the exhibition, alongside Jannik Sinner’s debut appearance, promises a fantastic week of world-class tennis. With some of the sport’s biggest names competing on our iconic grass courts ahead of Wimbledon, we look forward to delivering a truly memorable experience for players and spectators alike.”

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