Another action-packed weekend in Abu Dhabi sport saw exciting ADNOC Pro League encounters alongside world-class tennis at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open.
Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026
The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Tennis Open delivered a thrilling conclusion this year.
The tournament delivered a breakthrough moment as rising star Sara Bejlek claimed the singles title, after an impressive week that included victories over several higher-ranked opponents. She beat Ekaterina Alexandrova in the final on Saturday evening, who once ranked in the top ten in the WTA rankings. Bejlek took the first set after a closely fought tie-break, which she won 7-6 (7-5). In the second set, the Czech star showed her potential, as she won 6-1 impressively. A great moment for Bejlek and a great inspiration for young female tennis players who look to defy the odds.
The doubles competition wrapped up the event with a competitive final that highlighted the depth of talent on show throughout the tournament. Ekaterina Alexandrova made amends as she won the event with Australian partner Maya Joint. The favourites were their opponents Tereza Mihalíková and Olivia Nicholls, who gave them a great match in the final leg. The final resulted in a 3-6, 7-6 (7-5), 10-8 win for both Alexandrova and Joint.
Across the week, fans in Abu Dhabi were treated to packed stands, high-quality rallies and a glimpse of the next generation of women’s tennis, further cementing the event’s growing reputation on the global tennis calendar.
ADNOC Pro League Results
Al Wahda 2 – 1 Al Bataeh (5th February 2026)
Al Wahda were involved in arguably the most entertaining match of Gameweek 15, playing out a 2–2 draw against league strugglers Al Bataeh. The Abu Dhabi side showed attacking intent throughout, but defensive lapses allowed their opponents back into the contest on two occasions.
Al Jazira 0 – 1 Al Ain (6th February 2026)
Al Ain and Al Jazira locked horns in a closely fought contest on Friday evening. Al Ain emerged with a narrow 1–0 victory after a disciplined defensive display and a decisive moment late in the match. The result has put Al Ain one point off the top position, with the league heading deeper into the season.
Dibba 2 – 1 FC Baniyas (7th February 2026)
It was a challenging weekend for FC Baniyas, who slipped to a 2–1 defeat away to relegation rivals Dibba. Despite a committed performance and spells of pressure, FC Baniyas who currently sit bottom of the league were unable to turn their possession into points.
Upcoming Fixtures – Gameweek 16:
- Al Jazira vs. Kalba (13th February 2026)
- Al Ain vs. Al Nasr (14th February 2026)
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