Tennis enthusiasts, get ready for an unforgettable experience as the World Tennis League (WTL) makes its highly anticipated return to Abu Dhabi! From December 19 to 22, Etihad Arena will host the third edition of what’s being billed as The Greatest Show on Court, with tennis superstars and thrilling matches set to electrify the city.
This year’s World Tennis League promises to be a must-go event for fans and thrill-seekers alike. It will bring together 16 of the world’s top tennis talents, split into 4 fierce teams, battling for the championship in a format that combines the intensity of professional tennis with the excitement of team-based competition.
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Here’s a sneak peek at the teams for 2024:
Meet Team Eagles
It leads the charge with rising sensation Mirra Andreeva from Russia, who stunned the world by reaching the fourth round of Wimbledon at just 16 years old. Andrey Rublev, a consistent top-10 player, joins her alongside Sofia Kenin, the 2020 Australian Open champion, and Daniil Medvedev, known for his 2021 US Open win.
Meet Team Falcons
This team will bring an equally impressive lineup featuring 2022 Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina, Romanian powerhouse Sorana Cîrstea, Indian tennis star Sumit Nagal, and America’s Taylor Fritz, who has enjoyed a breakthrough on the ATP tour in recent years.
Meet Team Hawks
It boasts Norwegian ace Casper Ruud, the finalist in both the US Open 2022 and French Open, Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz, who won the prestigious Miami Open in 2021, French star Caroline Garcia, and the dominant Iga Świątek, who has rapidly become one of the top players in women’s tennis with multiple Grand Slam titles.
Meet Team Kites
It features some of the sport’s most dynamic players. Leading the charge is Aryna Sabalenka, the reigning US Open champion, who has been in phenomenal form. She’s joined by Spain’s Paula Badosa, Grigor Dimitrov from Bulgaria, and Greek sensation Stefanos Tsitsipas, a consistent Grand Slam contender.
The opening night of WTL is going to be stellar with Canadian singer Bryan Adams kicking off the tournament with an electrifying performance on December 19, followed by pop diva Anastacia on December 20, and a fantastic combo of hip-hop icon Akon and reggae superstar Sean Paul on December 21.
This mix of world-class tennis and top-tier live music performances promises to make the 2024 WTL one of the most thrilling sports events in Abu Dhabi this year.
Make sure to book your tickets soon!
