Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek among star-studded line-up set for World Tennis League exhibition in Abu Dhabi

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Friday, 27 October 2023 at 01:44
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With the conclusion of the 2023 tennis season, a series of exhibitions begins for the players, starting with the World Tennis League exhibition in Abu Dhabi. The event has already confirmed the participation of stars such as Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, Daniil Medvedev, and Stefanos Tsitsipas.
From December 21 to 24, an exciting exhibition will take place with players from the ATP and WTA returning to Abu Dhabi for a team competition. The tournament was first held last year and featured teams called The Kites, The Falcons, The Eagles, and The Hawks in a mixed format. The Hawks emerged as the champions.
Last year's edition included players like Elena Rybakina, Eugenie Bouchard, Iga Swiatek, Dominic Thiem, Nick Kyrgios, and Novak Djokovic.
This year, several players have already been confirmed, with more expected to join in the coming days. Some of those already confirmed include Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina, Daniil Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Andrey Rublev.
Former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev shared his thoughts on his participation in the WTL for the second consecutive year:
“I’m excited to be returning for this season and really looking forward to seeing who I’ll be joining on court at this year’s World Tennis League. Last year, we had a great time on and off the court, and I’m hoping this will help me to prepare for next season,” former US Open champion said.
Speaking at the signing, Rajesh Banga, Chairman of the WTL said: “Our Goal from day 1 was to create an exciting mix of World class sport and entertainment and we are very excited to be partnering with Abu Dhabi to bring ‘The Greatest Show On Court’,  to Yas Island.”
HE Aref Al Awani, General Secretary of Abu Dhabi Sports Council said: “Abu Dhabi is proud to partner this World class event and we will continue to support the WTL to make it bigger and better every year. We witnessed an amazing inaugural tournament and we are sure the fans are going to love while looking forward to four exciting days of action on the court.”

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