ABU DHABI: Elite women’s tennis is set to return to the UAE capital as the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open is set to take place from Jan. 31 to Feb. 7 next year at the International Tennis Center in Zayed Sports City.
Following a record-breaking 2025 event that hosted eight of the world’s top 20 players and thousands of fans across eight days, next year’s tournament is set to deliver an even bigger spectacle.
The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open has quickly become a prestigious tournaments in women’s tennis. Its significance is highlighted not only by the valuable ranking points on offer, but also the number of top-ranked players who have competed in the first three editions.
With 28 singles players and 16 top doubles teams, the fourth edition is set to build on the success of last season, where Olympic gold medalist and inaugural champion Belinda Bencic made a stunning comeback to claim her second Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open title, defeating rising star Ashlyn Krueger in the final, while Jelena Ostapenko and Ellen Perez captured the doubles crown.
Hosted in partnership with Mubadala and Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the WTA 500 event — part of the Hologic WTA tour — will once again span eight days. Tickets for the event are now on sale.
Aref Hamad Al-Awani, secretary general of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, said: “This championship has become a highlight of Abu Dhabi’s global sporting calendar, reinforcing the capital’s reputation as an international hub for elite sport. Each year, we continue to build on this success and we are excited to welcome players, fans and families back to Zayed Sports City for another spectacular edition.”
Meanwhile Portia Archer, WTA CEO, said: “We are thrilled to see the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open return for its fourth edition in 2026. This tournament has quickly earned a place as a favorite stop on the WTA Tour thanks to its excellent organization, enthusiastic crowds and the warm hospitality of Abu Dhabi. The Fan Village at the 2025 tournament was best in class on the tour and we look forward to another fantastic week in the UAE.”
