A Look at the 2026 Dubai Tennis Championships Complete Schedule
DUBAI, UAE โ The global tennis spotlight returns to the desert this February as the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships prepares to host two weeks of elite competition at the Aviation Club Tennis Centre. With back-to-back WTA 1000 and ATP 500 events, the tournament remains a cornerstone of the professional tourโs “Middle East Swing,” attracting nearly every member of the worldโs Top 10.
Now in its 34th year for the men and 26th for the women, the 2026 edition promises high-stakes drama as defending champions Mirra Andreeva and Stefanos Tsitsipas return to one of the fastest and most prestigious hard-court stops on the calendar.
WTA 1000: The Womenโs Week (Feb 15 โ 21)
The championships kick off with the womenโs elite. Following the action in Doha, the WTA stars move to Dubai for a 56-player draw. After a historic 2025 where 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva became the youngest WTA 1000 champion in history, the tennis world is eager to see if the young sensation can defend her crown against titans like World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and Iga ลwiฤ tek.
WTA Official Schedule
| Day | Time | Round |
| Fri, 13 Feb | 10:00 am | Qualifying Round 1 |
| Sat, 14 Feb | 10:00 am | Qualifying Finals |
| Sun, 15 Feb | 11 am & 7 pm | Main Draw: 1st Round |
| Mon, 16 Feb | 11 am & 7 pm | Main Draw: 1st Round |
| Tue, 17 Feb | 11 am & 7 pm | 2nd Round |
| Wed, 18 Feb | 11 am & 7 pm | 3rd Round |
| Thu, 19 Feb | 2 pm & 7 pm | Quarterfinals |
| Fri, 20 Feb | 1 pm & 7 pm | Semifinals |
| Sat, 21 Feb | 4:30 pm & 7 pm | Singles & Doubles Finals |
ATP 500: The Menโs Week (Feb 23 โ 28)
Immediately following the crowning of the womenโs champion, the ATP 500 event takes center stage. Stefanos Tsitsipas, who finally secured his maiden ATP 500 title here in 2025 by defeating Felix Auger-Aliassime, leads a formidable field. He is joined by former champions Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev, as well as rising stars like Britainโs Jack Draper.
ATP Official Schedule
| Day | Time | Round |
| Sat, 21 Feb | 11:00 am | Qualifying Round 1 |
| Sun, 22 Feb | 11:00 am | Qualifying Finals |
| Mon, 23 Feb | 2 pm & 7 pm | 1st Round |
| Tue, 24 Feb | 2 pm & 7 pm | 2nd Round |
| Wed, 25 Feb | 2 pm & 7 pm | 3rd Round |
| Thu, 26 Feb | 2 pm & 7 pm | Quarterfinals |
| Fri, 27 Feb | 1:30 pm & 7 pm | Semifinals |
| Sat, 28 Feb | 4:30 pm & 7 pm | Singles & Doubles Finals |
Star Players and Key Storylines
The 2026 entry list is a testament to the tournament’s prestige. In the women’s draw, Emma Raducanu enters with a direct entry following a strong start to her 2026 season, while Coco Gauff and Elena Rybakina are expected to challenge for the title.
On the men’s side, the rivalry between Tsitsipas and Auger-Aliassime continues to simmer. After their 2025 final clash, both players have identified Dubai as a “must-win” destination. Furthermore, the 2026 event will see a high-intensity battle for ranking points as players look to secure favorable seeding for the upcoming Indian Wells Masters.
Prize Money and Prestige
The 2026 total financial commitment for the WTA week has risen to over $4 million, with the champion set to take home $665,000. The ATP event carries a total prize pool of approximately $3.3 million. Beyond the money, the 1,000 and 500 ranking points on offer often dictate the momentum of the season’s first quarter.
The Dubai Experience
Beyond the baselines, the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships is famous for its fan-friendly atmosphere. The Aviation Club Tennis Centre provides a unique setting where fans are never more than a few meters from the world’s best. The neighboring Irish Village remains the social hub of the tournament, offering live music and big-screen viewing for those without stadium tickets.
With world-class hospitality, a historical legacy of legendary champions, and a schedule packed with double-session action, the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships is once again the place to be for tennis enthusiasts worldwide.