Dubai sports events

In a first round clash of title-holders from the previous two editions of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, Ugo Humbert beat Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets 6-4 7-5. Humbert, the left-handed Frenchman, won the Dubai title last year but was going in as defending champion after winning it here on Centre Court in 2019. Tsitsipas continued to make unforced errors, and on Tuesday Humbert was rewarded for the better consistency. “It’s nice to return where I won a tournament, but today

Elina Svitolina got a walkover win when her round of 32 opponent, Paula Badosa, had to quit because of an injury, Svitolina said it wasn't how she wanted to win. She was up 6-4 when Badosa stopped due to a thigh problem, joining many others who've had to pull out of the tournament. Svitolina smiled when asked about her next match against Belinda Bencic from Switzerland. They’ve both been in the news lately for getting back into the top 10 after having kids.

Real Madrid basketball icons Rudy Fernández and Felipe Reyes are to make an exclusive visit to Real Madrid World Dubai to meet fans on Wednesday 4 February. Starting at 5pm, supporters will have the opportunity to meet the duo, snap photos and get autographs – as well as engaging in personal Q&As with two of cricket’s best. This exclusive meet-and-greet opportunity offers fans the unique chance to be up close and personal with basketball history in the making, before the momentous EuroLeague match between Real

Tickets to attend the Dubai World Cup, scheduled for March 28, 2026, at Meydan Racecourse, are now available to purchase. Early bird preferential prices will apply to the tickets if they are purchased before December 31, 2025. Dubai’s most glamorous and prestigious event, which will celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2026, offers general admission tickets from Dh40 online, which grants access to the spacious public areas, and live entertainment. Gathering the world’s best horses, jockeys and trainers, the World Cup will see competitors