DOHA, Qatar - The Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2025 reached its pinnacle with a thrilling final match held at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex, where Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani graced the occasion, watching as Russian star Andrey Rublev triumphed over British contender Jack Draper. The match culminated with Rublev securing the championship title with scores of 7-5, 5-7, 6-1, drawing cheers from the enthusiastic crowd.
The presence of Sheikh Tamim added a sense of grandeur to the event, which was attended by numerous dignitaries, including Sheikhs, Ministers, and high-ranking officials. The atmosphere was electric, as tennis fans filled the arena to witness the exciting showdown between two talented young players.
While the tennis competition took center stage, the closing ceremony also featured significant recognition for educational contributions within the country. ExxonMobil Qatar celebrated its decade-long partnership with Teach For Qatar (TFQ), honoring their collaboration with acknowledgment of the impact made on education and community development. This recognition, presented by Rashid Al Hajri, Vice President and Manager of Public and Government Affairs for ExxonMobil Qatar, spotlighted the joint efforts to advance educational outcomes as part of Qatar National Vision 2030.
At the ceremony, Al Hajri expressed gratitude for the partnership with TFQ, stating, "Over the past decade, Teach For Qatar has made a significant impact, empowering talented individuals to reinvest in the government school system and enhancing the educational experience for thousands of students." This sentiment reflects the organization's commitment to fostering STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education as part of its broader strategy to equip future leaders.
Nasser Al Jaber, CEO of Teach For Qatar, also spoke at the ceremony, acknowledging the invaluable collaboration between the two organizations. "Our collaboration with ExxonMobil Qatar has been invaluable to our mission," he stated. He highlighted the cooperative efforts to train and support teachers, allowing them to effectively teach STEM subjects, which are deemed core drivers of innovation and economic growth.
The recognition plaque presented to Al Jaber not only commemorated the impact of TFQ but also underscored the importance of educational initiatives aimed at engaging students and inspiring them to pursue careers within the STEM fields. ExxonMobil’s support has enabled TFQ to recruit and place numerous fellows within public schools, significantly enriching the learning environment. Since its inception, TFQ has placed 394 exceptional individuals as fellows, positively influencing over 51,600 students across the country.
While the tournament celebrated sporting excellence, it also reaffirmed the commitment to education, with ExxonMobil aiming to bolster STEM teaching through strategic local partnerships. The celebration of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2025 encapsulated not only the spirit of competition but also the commitment to empowering youth through education.
Looking to the future, both ExxonMobil and Teach For Qatar indicated their intent to continue building on this successful partnership, with aspirations of augmenting the impact of their joint initiatives and enhancing educational experiences for students across Qatar. The culmination of the event served as both a sporting triumph and acknowledgment of educational advancement, promising brighter futures for the next generation of leaders.