World No 7 Ons Jabeur will make her debut at the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open in February next year.
Jabeur said she couldn't wait to play at the tournament, saying "fans in (the) region have always been so generous with their love and support".
Mansour Alketbi, Executive Director - Digital and Corporate Services at Mubadala Investment Company, expressed delight at welcoming "exceptional talent such as Ons Jabeur".
"Her participation will ensure we showcase world-class tennis in the UAE and reinforce our efforts to empower talent both on regional and international stages."
Organisers also announced that tickets for the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open, which will take place from February 3 to 11 at International Tennis Centre in Zayed Sports City, have gone on sale.
Hosted in partnership with Mubadala and Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the WTA 500 event will bring together the world’s top female players.
The nine-day championship promises an action-packed event for sports enthusiasts both on and off the court. In addition to participating in player clinics, top-ranking players will also be part of meet-and-greet events with ticketholders, offering spectators an opportunity to interact with their favourite tennis heroes.
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