Alkass Digital
Doha, Qatar - ExxonMobil Qatar and the Qatar Tennis Federation hosted a gala dinner on Sunday to celebrate the launch of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open’s 2019 edition.
The event was attended by Qatari officials, key business and community leaders, and several tennis stars competing in this year’s tournament including Novak Djokovic, Dominic Thiem, Stan Wawrinka and David Goffin.
Each year, the gala features a variety of unique activities and performances by world-renowned entertainers. This year’s programme included a thrilling dance performance by the Gauchos, a funny act by Marc Métral and his talking dog Wendy, and a spectacular magic show by Imad the Magician.
Nasser al-Khelaifi, President of the Qatar Tennis Federation, and Alistair Routledge, President and General Manager for ExxonMobil Qatar, welcomed the evening’s guests.
“It is an honour to welcome guests to the tournament’s gala dinner that celebrates the launch of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2019,” said Routledge.
“This event marks the start of another exciting tournament and one more great year of partnership with the Qatar Tennis Federation. The success of our tournament is made possible through the hard work of our combined teams of diverse and driven individuals who are united by a common passion for sport, and an enthusiasm for Qatar and everything it stands for in terms of excellence, ambition and accomplishment.”
Al-Kheleifi said: “It gives me great joy to welcome our tennis stars to Doha once again. I know that they are here for the business of tennis but at the same time, we believe that all work and no play, as they say, makes Jack a dull boy, hence the essence of an evening of relaxation, fun and enjoyment.
“I wish everyone a wonderful night as they enjoy the great hospitality of Qatar,” al-Khelaifi added.