Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will be the Official Airline Partner of the 2026 Open Masters Games taking place from February 6-15 in over 20 venues across Abu Dhabi.
The event highlights
the importance of sport as a way of life for people of all ages and
backgrounds; and showcases Etihad’s commitment to supporting the Abu Dhabi
community.
Aref Al Awani,
Secretary General of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, commented, “It pleases us as the
higher organising committee of the Open Master Games Abu Dhabi 2026, to
announce our strategic partnership with Etihad Airways, an airline that holds
international legacy and experience when it comes to logistics and hospitality
for world-class events. This partnership will contribute to creating an
exceptional edition of this international sports event, which reflects Abu
Dhabi’s perspective and efforts to make sports a life-time activity while
integrating the community as a whole.”
Dr Nadia Bastaki,
Chief People, Government and Corporate Affairs Officer at Etihad Airways, said,
“Etihad is honoured to sign as the Official Airline Partner for the Open
Masters Games Abu Dhabi. This partnership reflects our deep commitment to
connecting people, cultures, and ideas by bringing participants and supporters
from across the UAE and around the world to our extraordinary home. As
committed athletes gather in Abu Dhabi to pursue excellence at every stage of
life, we are proud to help give flight to ambition and showcase the city’s
world‑class hospitality and spirit. We look forward to welcoming ambitious
minds from around the world to compete in a truly inspiring event.”
The event seeks to
unite more than 30,000 participants, both local and international, bringing
over 140 nationalities to the airline’s home in Abu Dhabi for 38 sporting
competitions over the course of 10 days in more than 20 venues across the
Emirate.
As the flag carrier of the UAE, Etihad will play a pivotal role in enabling the athlete and spectators’ journeys, delivering seamless travel, world‑class hospitality, and direct global access to Abu Dhabi’s rich culture, sporting venues, and proud Emirati heritage. -TradeArabia News Service
