Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Tennis Federation (QTF) revealed a significant achievement with the elevation of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open from ATP250 to ATP500. This transformation represents a landmark in the tournament's evolution, starting from its inception in 1993.
The ATP500 status upgrade for the Qatar ExxonMobil Open will commence from 2025. This progression reinforces Qatar's stature as a prominent international sports destination, with the upgraded event becoming one of its prized jewels.
Acknowledging the ATP's continued trust and support, the QTF expressed gratitude for providing the opportunity to enhance the tournament's level.
The QTF stated in a press release: "Our dedication to creating a top-tier tournament has led to the Qatar ExxonMobil Open receiving the ATP250 of the Year title in 5 of the last 8 years. We are committed to delivering an even more remarkable experience for all participants, officials, and attendees through our new ATP500 event."
Nasser Al Khelaïfi, QTF President, remarked, "The Qatar ExxonMobil Open being granted ATP500 status from 2025 recognizes the consistent standards of excellence upheld by our tournament since 1993. Qatar has a rich legacy of hosting world-class sporting events, providing exceptional facilities for players and officials and curating superior experiences for fans. The ATP500 event will further bolster tennis growth regionally and globally, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming the world to our magnificent tournaments in Qatar."
Andrea Gaudenzi, ATP Chairman, stated, "The One Vision philosophy aims to elevate the standards in tennis and attract fresh investments in the sport. The Qatar event's transition to ATP 500 status enhances player standards and, most importantly, delivers an improved experience for fans."
The press release from the QTF concluded, "We celebrate this milestone as an appreciation of the tireless support from our sponsors, particularly our longstanding title sponsor ExxonMobil. The unwavering commitment from ExxonMobil over the years has been invaluable. We anticipate this exciting new phase and extend an invitation to all players, attendees, and fans to join us in Doha for a remarkable tennis experience.
