The Dubai Tennis championship is living up to my billing as one of the emirate’s greatest events.

There is some fantastic tennis being played and some major upsets. It is fast becoming one of the most important events on the professional tour.

Lucky punters who were quick enough to snap up tickets before they sold out are being given a masterclass and a treat.

Andy Murray sent the top seed and world number one Roger Federer crashing out of tournament last night.

Meaning the favourite is out in the first round.

Despite going a set down, and facing the 14-time grand slam winning Federer, Murray produced a fantastic performance to win the match.

This is the first time Federer has been knocked out in the first time of a tournament since 2004 and means he suffers the same fate as the women’s tournament favourite Justine Henin.

I’m a bit disappointed to see the Fed Express derailed so early on. But it just goes to show the level of quality in this event.

This year has seen the best quality line up of the event so far. But for regular attendees this is no surprise.

There have been a lot of memorable matches and highlights at the Garhoud stadium over the years.

But the real tennis highlight, and one of modern Dubai’s most iconic moments took place well away from centre court.

Mr Federer having a quick game with Andre Agassi on the helipad of the Burj Al Arab.

An amazing moment and an amazing video. Enjoy it again here:

Please come back again next year Roger - Dubai just wouldn’t be the same without you.