Abu Dhabi: The draw for the eighth Mubadala World Tennis Championship in Abu Dhabi, which takes place between December 31 and January 2, is to made at Yas Mall on Saturday.
The draw will coincide with an interactive tennis showcase held by tournament ambassador Pat Cash, the 1987 Wimbledon champion, at 12.30pm.
Organisers for the tournament on Sunday announced world Nos 10 and 12, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and Kevin Anderson, will fill out the six-man field.
Fourteen-time grand slam champion Rafael Nadal is the headliner, with the other three players being French Open winner Stan Wawrinka, rising star Milos Raonic and Spain’s David Ferrer.
The Yas Mall event on Saturday will include a variety of games for the public to participate in, such as as speed-serve test alongside the purpose-built indoor tennis courts for public use.
Talal Al Dhiyebi, Chief Development Officer at Aldar Properties PJSC, commented: “We are pleased to partner with the Mubadala World Tennis Championship to host an exciting and engaging weekend of tennis activities in line with the unique experience that Yas Mall aims to deliver to its visitors each day. We look forward to hosting the legendary Pat Cash and welcoming tennis fans of all ages and cultures, who we hope will also enjoy Yas Mall’s internationally renowned shopping, dining and entertainment brands.”
Tickets for the Mubadala World Tennis Championship are currently on sale at ticketmaster.ae. More information can be found at mubadalawtc.com.
