The 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships have officially started! The second WTA 1000 event of February is now taking place, with the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships set to start next week. With 18 of the top 20 players in the world taking part in the WTA 1000 tournament and a big stadium upgrade launching this year, here’s everything you need to know about the 2026 Championships. The women’s competition runs from February 15 to 21, while the men’s event takes place from February 23 to 28.
Tournament Overview
The Dubai Tennis Championships are played on outdoor hard courts. The United Arab Emirates has turned into a major hub for women’s tennis, with Dubai serving as a clear example of the high intensity and tough competition in the sport.
| Category | Details |
| Event | 26th WTA 1000 / 34th ATP 500 |
| Date | Women: Feb 15-21 Men: Feb 23-28 |
| Venue | Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium |
| Surface | Outdoor Hard Court |
| Total Prize Money (Women) | $4,088,211 |
| Defending Champions | Mirra Andreeva (WTA) / Stefanos Tsitsipas (ATP) |
What is the prize money for the WTA Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in 2026?
The total prize money promised for the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships in 2026 is $4,088,211.
| Round | Prize money | Ranking points |
| Champion | $665,000 | 1000 |
| Runner-up | $385,001 | 650 |
| Semi-final | $197,000 | 390 |
| Quarter-final | $98,500 | 215 |
| Third round | $49,250 | 120 |
| Second round | $26,000 | 65 |
| First round | $18,300 | 10 |
Full Schedule
Here is the full schedule for all the ATP and WTA matches at the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships.
WTA SCHEDULE
| Day | Time | Round |
| Fri, 13 Feb | 10:00am | Qualifying Women’s |
| Sat, 14 Feb | 10:00am | Qualifying Women’s |
| Sun, 15 Feb | 11am & 7pm | 1st Round |
| Mon, 16 Feb | 11am & 7pm | 1st Round |
| Tue, 17 Feb | 11am & 7pm | 2st Round |
| Wed, 18 Feb | 11am & 7pm | 3st Round |
| Thu, 19 Feb | 2pm & 7pm | Quarterfinals |
| Fri, 20 Feb | 1:30pm & 7pm | Semifinals |
| Sat, 21 Feb | 4:30pm & 7pm | Finals |
ATP SCHEDULE
| Day | Time | Round |
| Sat, 21 Feb | 11:00am | Qualifying Men’s |
| Sun, 22 Feb | 11:00am | Qualifying Men’s |
| Mon, 23 Feb | 2pm & 7pm | 1st Round |
| Tue, 24 Feb | 2pm & 7pm | 2st Round |
| Wed, 25 Feb | 2pm & 7pm | 3st Round |
| Thu, 26 Feb | 2pm & 7pm | Quarterfinals |
| Fri, 27 Feb | 1:30pm & 7pm | Semifinals |
| Sat, 28 Feb | 4:30pm & 7pm | Finals |
What’s new in 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis?
This year marks the beginning of a major two-phase redevelopment of the tournament venue. The first improvements will be shown at this month’s event, and the complete makeover will be finished before the 2027 Championships. This expansion is meant to improve the player experience and boost fan interaction, representing the biggest upgrade to the Al Garhoud venue in its 30-year histo
- New temporary Court 1 with 2,000 seats – open for free with registration via Ticketmaster
- First phase of Fan Village upgrades on the southern side
- Centre Court capacity to increase by 50% (additional 2,500 seats) for 2027
Top Seeds & Star Players
Here are the top-seeded players for the 2026 WTA Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships:
- Aryna Sabalenka
- Iga Swiatek (POL)
- Elena Rybakina (KAZ)
- Amanda Anisimova (USA)
- Coco Gauff (USA)
