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January 13th, 2021

Sabalenka Stays Hot, Wins Abu Dhabi Over Kudermetova

Aryna Sabalenka extends her career-best win streak to 15 with her Abu Dhabi title.

Posted by Staff @ 10:43 pm in 2021 Season | Comments Off on Sabalenka Stays Hot, Wins Abu Dhabi Over Kudermetova

December 19th, 2019

Djokovic, Nadal Headline Abu Dhabi Exo

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic will take part in a pre-Christmas exo in Abu Dhabi.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 10:17 am in Exhibitions | Comments Off on Djokovic, Nadal Headline Abu Dhabi Exo

December 28th, 2018

Fit Serena Williams Approves New WTA Maternity Rule Change, But Mum On US Open Meltdown

Just last week, the WTA officially made a rule change allowing their players returning from childbirth to use a special protected ranking for up to 12 months or three years. It was a welcome change especially for Serena Williams who just gave birth to her daughter Olympia 13 months ago. “I think it’s great,” Serena […]

Posted by Staff @ 5:58 pm in 2019 Season | Comments Off on Fit Serena Williams Approves New WTA Maternity Rule Change, But Mum On US Open Meltdown

October 24th, 2017

Novak Djokovic, Stan Wawrinka Confirm Return At Abu Dhabi

Novak Djokovic and Stan Wawrinka set return dates.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 11:12 am in Exhibitions | 1 Comment »

January 3rd, 2015

Sick Novak Djokovic Withdraws From Abu Dhabi Final; Nadal Beats Wawrinka

Novak Djokovic had to withdraw from his Abu Dhabi final due to illness.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 9:45 am in Exhibitions | 21 Comments »

January 2nd, 2015

Murray Routs Rafa, Then Hurts Shoulder! Is Scheduled To Play Djokovic In Abu Dhabi Final

Andy Murray hurt his shoulder after crushing Rafael Nadal today in Abu Dhabi.

Posted by Sean Randall @ 2:53 pm in Exhibitions | 148 Comments »

January 1st, 2015

Murray Meets Nadal Friday At The Mubudala Abu Dhabi Exo

Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal will play Friday at the Abu Dhabi exo.

Posted by Staff @ 3:02 pm in Exhibitions | 45 Comments »

December 27th, 2013

Rafael Nadal: I Won’t Be Hiring Any Former Greats, I’m Sticking With My Team

Rafael Nadal is not following the recent trend of hiring former champions.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 10:07 am in Exhibitions | 15 Comments »

December 26th, 2013

Nadal, Djokovic Cash In This Week At Abu Dhabi Exo; Murray Back On Court

The last three Grand Slam winners – Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray – are all in the Abu Dhabi exo this week.

Posted by Sean Randall @ 10:04 am in 2014 Season, Exhibitions | 22 Comments »

December 28th, 2012

Novak Djokovic: I’m Already Surprised By Where My Game Is At

It’s just an exhibition to the start the year, but Novak Djokovic is already making a statement that he is in mid-season form. After trouncing David Ferrer 60, 63 to reach the Abu Dhabi final, the world No. 1 declared he’s surprised by his level of play. “The way I was playing in the three […]

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 12:42 pm in 2013 Season, Exhibitions | 51 Comments »

December 11th, 2012

Confirmed! Rafael Nadal Will Play The Abu Dhabi Exhibition In 17 Days!

Rafael Nadal has confirmed his appearance at the Abu Dhabi exhibition later this month.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 12:48 pm in 2012 Season | 43 Comments »

October 2nd, 2012

Rafael Nadal Sets Return To Tennis At… Abu Dhabi?

The Abu Dhabi exo played at the end of December has announced Rafael Nadal will be in the field.

Posted by Sean Randall @ 10:08 am in 2013 Season, Exhibitions | 114 Comments »

December 30th, 2011

Nadal, Federer Falter Setting Up ‘Loser Bowl’ Saturday In Abu Dhabi

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal resume their rivalry in an exo practice match tomorrow in Abu Dhabi.

Posted by Sean Randall @ 7:45 pm in 2012 Season, Exhibitions | 55 Comments »

December 28th, 2011

Abu Dhabi Tennis Exo Schedule: Djokovic, Federer And Nadal Ready For Battle

Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are set to open a star-studded exo in Abu Dhabi tomorrow.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 10:23 am in Exhibitions | 51 Comments »

December 19th, 2011

Novak Djokovic: My Injuries Are In The Past, I Am Fully Recovered Physically and Mentally

Novak Djokovic says he’s healthy and fit as he trains in Abu Dhabi.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 9:14 pm in 2012 Season, Exhibitions | 30 Comments »