Tennis

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TOP SEEDS BLOSSOM UNDER AFTERNOON SUN AS BUBLIK AND MEDVEDEV PROGRESS TO ROUND TWO IN DUBAI

News Desk 25/02/2026

Under the afternoon sun, the seeds blossomed. Day Two of ATP 500 week at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships started with Daniil Medvedev showing clinical efficiency to dispatch China’s Juncheng Shang in little more than an hour. The Russian, seeded third this week and champion here in

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EALA ‘ON FIRE’ AS FILIPINA SENSATION BEATS WORLD NO8 JASMINE PAOLINI TO PROGRESS TO LAST 16 IN DUBAI

News Desk 18/02/2026

Roared on by a rapturous Kabayan-majority crowd, Filipino sensation Alexandra Eala overpowered World No8 Jasmine Paolini 6-1, 7-6(5) at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Tuesday night to secure her first career win against a top-10 player and set up a last-16 clash with Romanian veteran Sorana Cirstea. With John Lennon’s Imagine playing quietly […]

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TOP SEEDS BREEZE INTO LAST 16 DESPITE WINDY AFTERNOON AT DUBAI DUTY FREE TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS

News Desk 18/02/2026

Amid glorious winter conditions at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, WTA1000 week heated up on Tuesday as a raft of seeds booking early passage to the Round of 16 at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. With nine matches played in daylight hours on day three, the USA’s Coco Gauff, the World No4 and third […]

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World’s top 20 confirmed as Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships reveals elite WTA 1000 line-up for 2026

News Desk 15/01/2026

The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships returns in 2026 with one of the strongest WTA 1000 line-ups in its history, featuring all of the world’s top 20 players for the Women’s Week from 15-21 February.   The 2026 field features a complete set of top-ranked stars, including World No1 Aryna Sabalenka, World No2 Iga Świątek, […]

News UAE

Saudi Arabia to Host Prestigious ATP Masters 1000 Tennis Tournament from 2028

Mariam Khawer 24/10/2025

Credit Image : AP The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) has officially announced the launch of a new Masters 1000 tournament to be held annually in Saudi Arabia starting as early as 2028, marking a historic expansion of the elite men’s tennis circuit. The new event set to be played on hard courts and scheduled […]

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Kia extends partnership with sports and tennis legend Rafael Nadal

PR News Desk 23/10/2025

Kia Corporation has officially extended its partnership with tennis legend Rafael (‘Rafa’) Nadal, continuing an authentic affiliation that has grown to transcend mere sponsorship over the last 21 years. The announcement is being celebrated by Nadal’s visit to Korea, where he has been participating in events for both tennis prospects and fans under the theme […]

Health Lifestyle

These 4 science-backed activities can help reduce stress

News Editor 2 19/05/2025

And improve mental clarity In today’s fast-paced world, many individuals experience mental fog, stress, and difficulty concentrating. According to the American Psychological Association, 76% of adults in the U.S. report at least one stress-related health symptom. However, achieving mental clarity doesn’t always require traditional methods like meditation.

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World’s Best Set to Shine in Dubai as Women’s Tournament Celebrates 25th Anniversary

PR News Desk 03/02/2025

The world’s top 10 women’s players will take centre stage at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships this month, as the WTA event celebrates its 25th anniversary. Since its inception in 2001, the women’s tournament at the Championships has proved a regular showcase of world-class tennis, with legends such as Monica Seles, Serena Williams, and […]

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MUBADALA ABU DHABI OPEN TENNIS VILLAGE SET TO DELIVER ENHANCED FAN EXPERIENCE FOR 2025 EVENT

PR News Desk 29/01/2025

Fans attending the eagerly anticipated third edition of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open (February 1-8) can look forward to not only world-class tennis action, but an unforgettable off-court experience with the biggest and best-ever Mubadala Tennis Village, designed and delivered by award-winning creative event experts, Brag. At an impressive 15,000 square metres – double the

Events Sport

Falcons triumph in World Tennis League Season 3 finale

News Desk 27/12/2024

A Game Changers team In a thrilling finale to World Tennis League Season 3, the Game Changers’ Falcons triumphed over the TSL Hawks 20-16 at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi. The victory marks a significant milestone for the UAE-based sports entertainment company in its inaugural season. The Falcons showcased their tenacity and skill throughout […]

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ASPIRING TENNIS OFFICIALS CAN NOW SIGN UP FOR THE MUBADALA ABU DHABI OPEN CHAIR UMPIRE PROGRAMME

PR News Desk 19/12/2024

The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council is launching a groundbreaking Chair Umpire Programme ahead of the 2025 tournament, giving participants an opportunity to develop their officiating skills on the way to becoming a fully qualified Chair Umpire, while also elevating the standard of local officials. Following the success of the […]

Sport UAE

Game Changers debuts at World Tennis League

News Desk 17/12/2024

From December 19 to 22, 2024 Game Changers, a trailblazing global sports entertainment company, will make its historic debut at the World Tennis League (WTL) in Abu Dhabi. This marks a significant step in the company’s mission to boost the sports industry and contribute positively to global change. From December 19 to 22, 2024, the […]

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MUBADALA ABU DHABI OPEN SCHOOLS PROGRAM INSPIRING FUTURE GENERATION

PR News Desk 08/02/2024

The opening few days of this year’s Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open highlighted the tournament’s commitment to engaging youth in the local community and aiding the overall growth of tennis in the UAE. The second edition of the WTA 500 event began on Saturday February 3 at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City, with stars […]