The premier venue for thrilling international tennis and squash events occupies a prime position in Doha’s West Bay. Run by the Qatar Tennis Federation, it was first opened in 1992.
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Khalifa Tennis Complex
This ultra-modern centre has all the elements to host the most prestigious tennis and squash tournaments in the world. With a seating capacity of 7000, it features corporate boxes, a VIP tent and a public area with food courts and entertainment. Along with professional events, it’s also open to novice players.
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Playing surface
The event takes place on the arena’s outdoor hardcourt surface.
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Venue capacity
7000 people can watch the smashing tennis action unfold.
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Number of courts
The venue has a total of 24 courts available.
The home of ATP and WTA tournaments
Khalifa is where top players gather each year for the ATP World Tour's Qatar ExxonMobil Open and WTA Qatar Total Ladies Open.
WTA Qatar Open
The WTA Qatar TotalEnergies Open is our foremost women's tennis tournament and has been hosted in Doha since 2001.
ATP Qatar Open
The Qatar ExxonMobil Open is Qatar’s premier men’s tennis event, drawing big names like Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic each year.
Get ready for top-notch court performances in 2024
Khalifa will come alive with the action of the WTA Qatar TotalEnergies Open and the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in February 2024. Don’t miss out!
Standout moments at the Khalifa Tennis & Squash Complex
From hosting Olympic tennis tournaments to being gripped by padel fever, here are highlights from the last 30 years.
2021
2021 – Qatar OOREDOO World Padel Championship
This biennial international competition took place in Doha from 15 to 20 November 2021.
2008
2008 – Stadium extension
The stadium was renovated with its initial seat capacity of 4500 increased to 7000 – ideal for major championships.
2006
Asian Olympic Games
The tennis championship of this multi-sport event was hosted from 4-14 December 2006, with India finishing first in the medal table for the first time with two gold medals. Doha will host the Games once again in 2030.
2001
First WTA Qatar Open
The first Ladies Open is hosted at the hosted, where Martina Hingis took the victory over Sandrine Testud.
1993
First ATP Qatar Open
The first-ever ATP Men’s Open Tournament took place at the stadium, with Boris Becker beating Goran Ivanišević.
1992
Inauguration of the Khalifa Tennis Complex
An exciting new tennis and squash hub is born.
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