2003 Dubai Duty Free Women's Open – Singles

Amélie Mauresmo was the defending champion, but was forced to retire during her semifinal match against Monica Seles.

Justine Henin-Hardenne won the title by defeating Monica Seles 4–6, 7–6(7–4), 7–5 in the final.

Seeds
The top four seeds received a bye into the second round. • # 🇧🇪 Justine Henin-Hardenne (champion)

• # 🇫🇷 Amélie Mauresmo (semifinals, retired)

• # 🇺🇸 Jennifer Capriati (semifinals)

• # 🇺🇸 Monica Seles (final)

• # 🇷🇺 Anastasia Myskina (quarterfinals)

• # Patty Schnyder (second round, retired)

• # 🇧🇬 Magdalena Maleeva (second round)

• # Eleni Daniilidou (second round)