Welcome Message
HE Sheikh Hasher Al Maktoum
Chairman, Tennis Emirates
The success of the ITF Dubai Aviation Cup bears testimony to the continued support and guidance of our esteemed leaders, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai and HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Department of Civil Aviation, Dubai, for their continuous support of tennis.
It was 1991 when Dubai Duty Free launched this exciting event.Its purpose was to encourage healthy competition among the region’s best players, whilst also helping to promote and expand the game.
Salah Tahlak
Tournament Director
ITF Dubai Aviation Cup
It is with great pleasure that I welcome all players participating in the 17th ITF Dubai Aviation Cup 2008. I have seen this tournament grow from a predominantly local event into an international display of tennis excellence.