The national airlines of United Arab Emirates, Etihad Airways, recently announced that it has partnered as the Official Airline Sponsor of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council, beginning on February 1.

Nigel Gupta

“We are delighted to welcome Etihad Airways as the Official Airline Sponsor of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open. As the UAE’s national airline, and a global leader in providing elite-level experiences, this collaboration perfectly aligns with our aim to take the tournament, now in its third year, to new heights. We are looking forward to working in tandem with Etihad Airways to deliver an event which creates fantastic memories for players, fans and everybody involved,” says Nigel Gupta, Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open Tournament Director.

In a press statement, the airline says that throughout the eight-day tournament, Etihad will rally the crowds with engaging fan activations at their booth, where visitors can show off their own racquet skills in a VR tennis game, as well as winning incredible prizes and receiving exclusive giveaways.

Arik De

“We are thrilled to welcome this prestigious tennis event and elite international tennis players to Abu Dhabi this February. With a year-round calendar of exciting events, our home Abu Dhabi continues to shine as a world-class destination both to live in and visit and we are proud to be ambassadors of our city,” says Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer, Etihad Airways.

According to the statement, the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, taking place from February 1-8 at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City and will showcase the best female tennis players in the world at this prestigious WTA 500 tournament.

A strong line-up, featuring many of the best players on the WTA Tour, has already been announced with reigning champion, Elena Rybakina, returning to defend her crown against stars including Ons Jabeur, Daria Kasatkina, Paula Badosa, Belinda Bencic and Beatriz Haddad Maia.