The WTA’s Middle East swing begins with the 2025 Abu Dhabi Open, which begins on Monday, February 3.
Former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina leads the star-studded field at the WTA 500 event. Rybakina’s title defence may face stiff challenge from players like Paula Badosa, who reached the Australian Open 2025 semifinal, and Daria Kasatkina.
The tournament may see some exciting action right from Day 1, as former champions Emma Raducanu and Marketa Vondoursova clash in the first round, while Tunisian trailblazer opens her campaign against former French Open champion and seventh seed Jelena Ostapenko.
The Sporting News is on hand to bring you all you need to know to ensure you don’t miss a minute of the action.
When is the Abu Dhabi Open 2025?
The Abu Dhabi Open 2025 first round begins on Monday, February 3 and runs through the week until Saturday, February 8 – culminating with the women’s singles final.
How to watch Abu Dhabi Open 2025 in US: TV channel, live stream
TV channel: Tennis Channel
Live stream: Fubo, Tennis Channel
The Abu Dhabi Open 2025 will be broadcast in the US on the Tennis Channel. Streaming options are available on Fubo and Tennis Channel.
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Abu Dhabi Open 2025 tennis schedule
The first round of matches in the WTA singles competitions begins Monday, February 3, with the order of play on most days starting at 2:30 p.m. (GST) onward. This translates to a start time of 5:30 a.m.(ET) in the US.
| Date | Events |
| Monday, February 3 | Singles 1st Round |
| Tuesday, February 4 | Singles & Doubles 1st Round |
| Wednesday, February 5 | Singles 2nd Round & Doubles 1st Round |
| Thursday, February 6 | Singles 2nd Round & Doubles Quarterfinal |
| Friday, February 7 | Singles & Doubles Semifinal |
| Saturday, February 8 | Singles & Doubles Final |
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