As part of the opening ceremony, an official draw ceremony was held in Al-Batula village. The event will kick off with a 'Family Day', offering free entry for everyone. This step reflects the tournament's commitment to providing a comprehensive community experience, allowing families to get to know the tournament atmosphere and enjoy accompanying recreational activities, as well as be at the event site during the launch week of tennis. On Saturday, the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026 will begin, organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in partnership with Mubadala and in cooperation with Mary. The tournament will be hosted at the courts of the International Tennis Complex in Zayed Sports City until February 7, as part of the 500-point category on the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) calendar.
