The ATP Finals’ 12-year run in London helped to boost the profile of the event and showcase London's O2 Arena as sports venue. Adam Nelson examines the tournament's stay in the city and looks at how the commercial model will change now that it is moving to Turin.
Mission accomplished for ATP and O2 as Finals bids farewell to London
Daniil Medvedev after victory at the ATP Finals this year (Photo by TPN/Getty Images)
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