Saudi tennis star Yara Alhogbani to play at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open

The 19-year-old enters the tournament as a wild card.

Get ready tennis enthusiasts, because the excitement is building up for the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open. And the latest news surrounds Saudi Arabia’s rising star, Yara Alhogbani. Breaking barriers and making history, Yara has been awarded wild card status for the qualifiers at the upcoming tournament, marking another significant milestone for Saudi women in sports.

Yara, at just 19, has already etched her name in history. Turning professional at the age of 14, she became the first-ever Saudi woman to claim victory in a professional tennis event. Reflecting on her wild card for the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open qualifiers, Yara shared her excitement, stating, “I’m looking forward to testing myself against some great players. It’s so pleasing to see these types of tournaments take place in the Middle East, and I’m sure it will be another exciting competition.

Apart from Yara, two more fresh faces are joining the action. Ena Koike from Japan and the Philippines’ Alexandra Eala have secured a spot in the main draw as well. 

The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open has pulled out all the stops to bring together an impressive line-up of tennis titans. With the likes of Grand Slam winners Naomi Osaka and Emma Raducanu gracing the court, alongside Ons Jabeur, fans are in for a treat. The tournament, set to take place at the International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City from 3 to 11 February, promises to be a spectacular showcase of talent from around the globe.

Tickets for Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open are on sale now so don’t miss your chance to witness the magic unfold. Grab your seats and get ready for a tennis extravaganza.

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