Get ready for an exciting week of tennis as the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships 2026 is just around the corner! This prestigious ATP 500 tournament is set to take center stage in the United Arab Emirates, and we've got all the details you need to know.
A Star-Studded Lineup
The 2026 edition promises to be a thrilling one with a lineup of top players. Headlining the field are Felix Auger-Aliassime, Alexander Bublik, and former champions Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev. But here's where it gets interesting - the defending champion, Stefanos Tsitsipas, will also be in action, aiming to retain his title. Other notable names include Jack Draper and Jakub Mensik, adding even more depth to the competition.
Dates and Venue
Mark your calendars! The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships will be held from February 23rd to 28th, 2026. The outdoor hard-court tournament, which has been a fixture since 1993, will be hosted at the iconic Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. Tournament director Salah Tahlak will oversee the action.
Draw and Schedule
The draw for this highly anticipated event will be made on Saturday, February 21st, at 1 p.m. at Majlis, DDF Tennis Stadium. As for the schedule, qualifying rounds will take place on February 21st and 22nd, with the main draw matches kicking off on February 23rd. Sessions will start at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on weekdays, while the Friday session will begin at 1 p.m. The Doubles Final is scheduled for February 28th at 4:30 p.m., followed by the highly anticipated Singles Final at 7 p.m. on the same day.
Prize Money and Points
The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships boasts a total prize money of US $3,311,005. For the singles competition, the winner will take home a handsome sum of $619,160 along with 500 ranking points. The finalist will receive $333,160 and 330 points, while semi-finalists and quarter-finalists will also earn valuable points and prize money. In the doubles event, the winning team will pocket $203,390 and 500 points, with the finalists, semi-finalists, and quarter-finalists also earning significant rewards.
How to Watch and Follow
If you're eager to catch all the action live, you can tune into TennisTV. Additionally, you can stay updated with the TV schedule on the ATP Tour website. For those who prefer social media, you can follow the tournament using the hashtag #DDFTennis on Instagram, or by following the official accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
A Look Back at the 2025 Edition
In the previous edition of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Stefanos Tsitsipas emerged victorious in the singles final, defeating Felix Auger-Aliassime. In the doubles event, TYuki Bhambri and Alexei Popyrin claimed the title.
Records and Milestones
The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships has seen its fair share of historic moments. Roger Federer holds the record for most singles titles (8) and is also the oldest champion, having won in 2019 at the age of 37. Rafael Nadal, on the other hand, is the youngest champion, winning in 2006 at just 19 years old. Other notable records include the highest-ranked champions, which include Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray, all of whom have held the No. 1 ranking during their victorious campaigns.
So, tennis enthusiasts, are you ready to witness another thrilling edition of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships? Who do you think will emerge as the champion this year? Share your predictions and thoughts in the comments below!
