Qatar Open Tournament Guide 2023
The Qatar Open (also known as the Qatar ExxonMobil Open) is one of the only men’s ATP tournaments to be played in the Middle East.
It is an ATP 250 tournament that sees many of the great players in the world compete here and is a great opportunity to watch some good tennis as well as explore a very interesting city with lots to see.
So I have created this complete guide so you can learn everything you need for your trip to the Qatar Open in 2023.
Qatar Open Overview
Tournament | Qatar Open |
Tournament Level | ATP 250 |
Venue | Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex |
Location | Doha, Qatar |
Dates | 20 Feb - 26 Feb |
Official Website |
Where is the Qatar Open Played?
The Qatar Open is an outdoor, hard court tournament played at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha, Qatar.
When is the Qatar Open Played?
The Qatar Open 2023 starts on the 20th of February 2023 and ends on the 26th of February 2023.
Who are the Previous Qatar Open Champions?
Year | Champion |
2022 | Roberto Bautista Agut |
2021 | Nikoloz Basilashvili |
2020 | Andrey Rublev |
2019 | Roberto Bautista Agut |
2018 | Gaël Monfils |
Who’s Playing in the Qatar Open in 2023?
The 2023 edition of the Qatar Open has many great names competing in it.
Tennis legend Andy Murray is looking to continue his impressive form at the 2023 Qatar Open but has some tough competition with the top two seeds being Andrey Rublev and Felix Auger-Aliassime.
Alexander Zverev is also looking to get some form back and a good run at the 2023 Qatar Open would be ideal for him.
Qatar Open Draw 2023
You can see the draw for the 2023 Qatar Open below:
Qatar Open Prize Money and Ranking Points
Prize Money
Singles
2023 | Prize Money $ USD |
Winner | $209,445 |
Runner-up | $122,175 |
Semi-final | $71,830 |
Quarter-final | $41,615 |
Round 2 | $24,165 |
Round 1 | $14,770 |
Doubles
2023 | Prize Money $ USD |
Winner | $72,780 |
Runner-up | $38,940 |
Semi-final | $22,820 |
Quarter-final | $12,750 |
Round 1 | $7,520 |
Ranking Points
Round | Ranking Points |
Winner | 250 |
Runner-up | 150 |
Semi-final | 90 |
Quarter-final | 45 |
Round of 16 | 20 |
Round of 32 | 10 |
Where Should I Stay for the Qatar Open?
Doha is a very modern city with lots of luxury hotels to stay in. This is due to the country wanting to increase tourism. The Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex is very close to the city centre so you will have easy access to the venue.
- The Bentley Luxury Hotel & Suites: luxury hotel close to the venue.
- Hampton By Hilton Doha Old Town: budget-friendly hotel with incredible views.
- Alwadi Hotel Doha: 5-star hotel in a great location.
- InterContinental Doha The City: 5-star hotel with an amazing view from the swimming pool.
- Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel: luxury 5-star hotel with a private beach area.
What to do in Doha
Doha is the capital city of Qatar and is where the majority of the population lives. It has become famous recently for holding the Fifa World Cup 2022. Doha is a very impressive city with some incredible architecture and you may be surprised to hear that there are a lot of things you can do in this Qatari city.
Desert Safari, Camel Ride & Sand Boarding
Experience all of the top attractions of Doha in one trip with this desert safari, camel ride and sand boarding package.
You will board a chauffeured private 4WD and head into the desert where you will experience a dune bash, camel ride and sandboarding.
You will also get some great photo opportunities as you are brought to a mirage-like lagoon that is separating Qatar from Saudi Arabia. The sand dunes stretching across the horizon is also something to behold, especially if you go at sunset.
Pickup and drop-off are included as well as the sandboards. This is a great experience for you and your family and something that will make your friends back home jealous.
Private City Tour of Doha
Visit all of Doha’s major tourist attractions with this 4-hour city tour of Doha.
Explore sites such as the National Museum of Qatar, Katara Cultural Village and many more. A tour guide will give you private transportation to all these landmarks as well as educate you on the history of Doha and the culture of this country.
This is a great way to learn about this city.
Villaggio
Villagio is a shopping mall made to replicate Venice.
Yes, that’s right. It’s a shopping mall that you access from a man-made river.
This is a very unique experience, but is one I’d recommend because who else can say they’ve visited it? There are also many brands to shop from and places to eat out.
How is the Weather in Doha?
February is during the winter in Doha however that doesn’t mean you should expect cool temperatures. Most of Qatar is a desert so in the summer you can expect it to get mid 40’s°C.
In February you can expect highs of around 24°C and lows of around 15°C. Make sure you stay protected from the sun with sunglasses, suncream and hats.
How Do I Watch the Qatar Open?
You can watch the Qatar Open 2023 on TennisTV.
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