The World Tennis League has announced a remarkable lineup of players for its third season, which is set to take place at the prestigious Etihad Arena from December 19 to 22. The event, organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council (ADSC), Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), and Miral, will feature an array of tennis stars, including two Olympic gold medalists, five Grand Slam champions, six of the top 12 male players, and six of the top 10 female players.
Among the debutants are 2024 Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejčíková (Women’s World No. 10) and Women’s Doubles Paris 2024 Gold Medalist Jasmine Paolini (Women’s World No. 5). Additionally, 14 tennis superstars are set to return, promising an even more thrilling experience for fans. Aryna Sabalenka (Women’s World No. 2), fresh from her recent US Open victory, will join World No. 1 Iga Świątek, who secured the Bronze Medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics and her third consecutive French Open title this year.
The female lineup also boasts top players such as Women’s Doubles Paris 2024 Silver Medalist Mirra Andreeva (Women’s World No. 22), Elena Rybakina (Women’s World No. 4), Paula Badosa (Women’s World No. 19), and Caroline Garcia (Women’s World No. 36). On the men’s side, Daniil Medvedev (Men's World No. 5) and Andrey Rublev (Men's World No. 6), who were part of the WTL 2023 title-winning team PBG Eagles, will compete again, along with 2024 US Open runner-up Taylor Fritz (Men's World No. 7), Hubert Hurkacz (Men's World No. 8), and Casper Ruud (Men’s World No. 9).
Other notable male players returning include Stefanos Tsitsipas (Men’s World No. 12), Sumit Nagal (Men’s World No. 83), and Australian sensation Nick Kyrgios. The previous edition of the WTL attracted over 20,000 attendees and was broadcast live in more than 125 countries, featuring world-class artists performing at Yas Island. Concert ticket holders can enhance their experience by purchasing a discounted add-on Tennis ticket for the day's matches, available at etihadarena.ae.
