After the end of the Australian Open 2026, the tennis calendar has moved to the Middle East swing, and the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026 has become the first major WTA event in this phase. The tournament is a WTA 500 event and is being played in Abu Dhabi from January 31 to February 7, 2026, with the main draw starting on February 1.
One of the biggest highlights this year is the significant increase in prize money, making the event even more attractive for top WTA players.
Total Prize Money – 2026
- Total Prize Money (2026): $1,206,446
- Increase from 2025: +13.33%
- 2025 Total Prize Money: $1,064,510
This rise places the Abu Dhabi Open among the best-paying WTA 500 tournaments, with the champion earning a six-figure payout along with crucial ranking points.
Singles Prize Money Breakdown – Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026
Below is the round-wise prize money and WTA ranking points for singles players:
| Round | WTA Points | Prize Money (USD) | Approx. INR | Increase vs 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champion | 500 | $185,500 | ₹1.55 crore | +13.1% |
| Runner-up | 325 | $114,500 | ₹95 lakh | +13.4% |
| Semifinal | 195 | $66,003 | ₹55 lakh | +12% |
| Quarterfinal | 108 | $35,000 | ₹29 lakh | — |
| Round of 16 | 60 | $18,045 | ₹15 lakh | — |
| Round of 32 | 1 | $13,005 | ₹11 lakh | — |
| Qualifying R1 | — | $6,330 | ₹5.3 lakh | +62.3% |
Important note:
The 500 WTA points for the champion can make a big difference in rankings, especially early in the season.
Also see: Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026: When and Where to Watch Live Streaming
Doubles Prize Money 2026
Prize money in doubles is shared between the two players in a team.
- Doubles Champions: $61,540 (approx. ₹51 lakh)
- Doubles Runners-up: $37,000 (approx. ₹31 lakh)
- Other rounds: Quarterfinals and semifinals also receive solid payouts
Doubles specialists benefit from strong earnings even without going deep into the singles draw.
- It is a WTA 500 tournament, offering high points and prize money
- Top players like Elena Rybakina, Belinda Bencic, Paula Badosa, and others are competing
- A 13%+ prize money increase gives players better financial security
- It kicks off the Middle East swing, followed by the Qatar Open and Dubai Tennis Championships
- Early-season points here can shape the entire WTA ranking year
