French Open champion Stan Wawrinka and 14-time grand slam winner Rafael Nadal will be among the star players on show at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship and with tickets still available, it’s an event you will not want to miss.
Joining the duo are Canada’s Milos Raonic, Spain’s David Ferrer, Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and South Africa’s Kevin Anderson in a strong six-man tournament from December 31 to January 2 at Abu Dhabi’s International Tennis Stadium in Zayed Sports City.
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With an exciting field, it promises to serve some thrilling encounters on court during the three days.
Nadal is no stranger to the Abu Dhabi tournament, having won twice in 2010 and 2011 in the capital. The world number five won three titles this year and he will be eager to open the new season on a high with a third triumph in the capital.
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With four championships under his belt, world number four Wawrinka will certainly pose a big threat to Nadal’s bid. The Swiss began 2015 on a winning note, clinching the Chennai Open and will be looking for a repeat later this month.
Like his compatriot Nadal, Ferrer is a familiar face at the event and has twice reached the final but the coveted title has evaded him each time.
With a 5-0 record in finals in 2015, the Spaniard, who along with Nadal and Wawrinka reached the ATP World Tour Finals in London, will be hoping his winning streak continues in Abu Dhabi.
Another player fans can look forward to seeing is crowd favourite Tsonga. The 30-year-old qualified for the French Open semis as well as the US Open quarter-finals and the world number 12 secured his 12th ATP title in Metz, before finishing runner-up in the Shanghai Open.
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— MWTC (@MubadalaTennis) December 6, 2015
For Raonic and big-hitting Anderson, it will be their first appearances in Abu Dhabi and with 10 titles between them, they will add extra steel to the tournament. All in all, it’s one tournament that promises something for everyone.
Now in its eighth edition, the event has gone from strength to strength.
And with an family-fun activities in the Tennis Village and autograph sessions, it’s one not to be missed.
John Lickrish, CEO of Flash Entertainment, said: “The Mubadala World Tennis Championship has cemented its status as the region’s leading tennis tournament through the consistent showcasing of the best players in a fun-filled environment.
“Nowhere else can fans engage with these living legends as they do in Abu Dhabi and the latest instalment will build on previous successes to bring the most exciting New Year celebrations to date.
“The season-opening event on the global tennis calendar will boast another powerful line-up of top tennis stars that are sure to
excite fans. The ability of the MWTC to attract the best players has become a trademark of the tournament and this year is no different.”
Ticket prices start at Dh100 and can be bought at ticketmaster.ae and at all Virgin Megastores across the UAE.
What: Mubadala World Tennis Championship, Abu Dhabi
When: December 31 to January 2
Where: International Tennis Staidum, Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi
Contact: www.mubadalawtc.com
