Tickets for the first two days of the event are free of charge, and available from mubadalaabudhabiopen.com
Grand Slam-winner Emma Raducanu will compete at this year’s Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open having been awarded the final wildcard spot for the qualifiers, with fans able to watch the British star in action on the opening day of the tournament free of charge.
The WTA 500 event returns to the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City, for its third edition, running from 1-8 February, as a host of the world’s best female players descend on the UAE capital for what promises to be a thrilling tournament.
A star-studded line-up has now been strengthened by the addition of Raducanu, 22, who returns to Abu Dhabi for the second consecutive year.
Raducanu joins a brilliant player line-up in the capital, which includes current champion Elena Rybakina, three-time Grand Slam finalist Ons Jabeur, Australian Open semi-finalist Paula Badosa, winner of the inaugural Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open Belinda Bencic, and last year’s beaten finalist Daria Kasatkina.
Mubadala Tennis Village
Made up of five separate districts, the Village features a whole host of tennis and sports-themed activations, along with a huge selection of F&B vendors, catering to all tastes.
Live music, on Saturday, will be provided by Carl Lafrenais, who has shared a stage with the likes of Bon Jovi and Sting, and the FTM Band, while talented duo Gemma & JK will be performing on Sunday, making the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open the perfect day out.
As well as having the opportunity to observe Raducanu in action at close quarters, spectators attending on Saturday will also be able to watch the tournament draw take place from approximately 4.30pm in the Mubadala Tennis Village.
Free. 1-8 February, International Tennis Stadium. For further information, visit mubadalaabudhabiopen.com
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