The Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex has got a new look ahead of the Qatar Classic squash tournament.
Doha: With less than four days to go, the final countdown has begun for the Qatar Classic 2018, the 16th edition of the annual premier squash tournament which will be held from October 27 to November 2.
The Khalifa International Tennis & Squash Complex, venue of the event, is already wearing a new look with attractive branding reflecting the mood of the tournament.
World No.1 Mohammed El Shorbagy of Egypt is leading the pack of 48 players, including most of the world’s top 20, who will be competing for the tournament’s total cash prize of $177,750 and trophy.
Squash fans will have the wonderful opportunity of witnessing their favorite stars on parade with stars including World No.2 Ali Farag, the in form Simon Rosner and Miguel Angel Rodriguez among others.
Qatar’s Abdulla Mohd Al Tamimi, Syed Azlan Amjad and Abdulrahman Al Malki are leading the local challenge.
As a PSA World Tour Platinum tournament, the winner of the event will automatically qualify for a coveted berth at the season-ending PSA World Tour Finals, which includes both a men’s and women’s tournament and features the reigning PSA World Champions together with the season’s Platinum event winners and players that qualify by placing high enough on the PSA Road to Dubai Leaderboard.
Ticket sales are on and more importantly, the best players are warming up ahead of their big dash in Doha.
“There is a huge expectation for this year’s tournament considering the caliber of players on parade. We are delighted to play host to such a strong field. Fans of squash in the country are set for a week-long feast of great games which is something we are happy about. Ticket sales have been quite encouraging and we believe Qatar Classic 2018 will be the best ever,” says Tournament Director Tareq Zainal.
Fans can get their ticket s online at www.qatarsquash.org or at the ticket booth located next to QTSBF gate
