Abu Dhabi Open 2026: All you need to know about prize money and points on offer
Abu Dhabi Open 2026 offers a massive prize pool of $1,206,446.
The Abu Dhabi Open 2026, a premier WTA 500 tournament, is underway at the International Tennis Centre in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi, running from January 31 (main draw on February 2) to February 7.
This outdoor hard-court event, presented by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, marks the fourth edition and serves as a key stop on the Middle East swing right after the Australian Open.
It features a 28-player singles draw (with byes for the top four seeds) and a 16-team doubles draw, offering $1,206,446 in prize money and 500 ranking points for the singles champion.
Defending champion Belinda Bencic, the Olympic gold medalist, headlines the field as the top seed and is aiming to retain her title.
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The draw includes strong contenders like Ekaterina Alexandrova, Clara Tauson, Emma Navarro, Liudmila Samsonova, Leylah Fernandez, Jelena Ostapenko, and Paula Badosa, alongside rising stars such as Filipina sensation Alexandra Eala.
As the tournament progresses toward the final on February 7, fans can expect high-stakes tennis under Abu Dhabi’s sunny skies, with top players vying for momentum ahead of upcoming events in Dubai and Doha.
Abu Dhabi Open 2026 prize money breakdown
For the 2026 edition, the Abu Dhabi Open boasts a total prize pool of $1,206,446 (approximately ₹10.98 crore), marking a 13.33% increase compared to last year.
The champion will take home $185,500 (around ₹15.4 crore), which is 13.1% higher than the amount earned by Belinda Bencic in 2025. Meanwhile, the runner-up is set to receive $114,500 (roughly ₹9.5 crore), reflecting a 13.4% rise from the previous season.
What is the prize money breakdown for Abu Dhabi Open 2026 women’s singles, and how much will winners earn?
| Round | Prize Money (in $ USD) | Prize Money (in € EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | $185,500 | €156,488 |
| Runner-up | $114,500 | €96,592 |
| Semifinal | $66,003 | €55,680 |
| Quarterfinal | $35,000 | €29,526 |
| Round 2 | $18,045 | €15,223 |
| Round 1 | $13,005 | €10,971 |
| Q2 | $10,500 | €8,858 |
| Q1 | $6,330 | €5,340 |
What is the prize money breakdown for Abu Dhabi Open 2026 women’s doubles, and how much will winners earn?
| Round | Prize Money (in $ USD) | Prize Money (in € EUR) |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | $61,540 | €51,915 |
| Runner-up | $37,400 | €31,551 |
| Semifinal | $21,720 | €18,323 |
| Quarterfinal | $11,150 | €9,406 |
| Round 1 | $6,800 | €5,736 |
What is the point distribution for the Abu Dhabi Open 2026 singles and doubles?
| Women’s Singles | Women’s Doubles | |
| Round of 32 | 1 | – |
| Round of 16 | 60 | 1 |
| Quarter-finals | 108 | 108 |
| Semi-finals | 195 | 195 |
| Finals | 325 | 325 |
| Winner | 500 | 500 |
Where and when will Abu Dhabi Open 2026 take place?
The WTA 500 event will be held at the International Tennis Centre in Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi from January 31 to February 7.
What is the total prize purse at Abu Dhabi Open 2026?
The total prize purse for the tournament is $1,206,446 (Rs 10.98 crore approx.)
How much ranking points is on offer at Abu Dhabi Open 2026?
The tournament will offer a total ranking points of 500.
How much will the winners earn at Abu Dhabi Open 2026?
The singles champion will earn $185,500 (Rs 1.688 crore approx.) while the doubles champion will bag a prize money of $61,540 (Rs 56 lakh approx.)
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