Ayham Khan Claims 365 Open Sports U18 Boys Crown in Dubai; Friday, May 29, 2026 Update and Order of Play
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29/05/2026Ayham Khan Claims 365 Open Sports U18 Boys Crown in Dubai; Friday, May 29, 2026 Update and Order of Play
UAE Tennis Federation analysis of the 365 Open Sports - U18 Boys in Dubai: tournament overview, semifinal and final recap, and today’s Friday, May 29, 2026 order-of-play status.
Tournament Overview
Event: 365 Open Sports - U18 Boys
City: Dubai
Dates: May 22–31, 2026
Surface: Hard
Main Draw Size: 4
Qualifying Draw Size: 8
Entry Fee: AED 185
Format: Singles (non-team)
The week in Dubai has produced a clear champion in the boys’ U18 field. Ayham Khan (ONS) completed a composed run through the main draw to lift the title, capping the event with a straight-sets victory in the final. The compact draw placed a premium on focus and first-strike tennis, which was rewarded on the hard courts at this venue.
Official tournament page: UAE Tennis Federation — 365 Open Sports - U18 Boys
| Event Facts | |
|---|---|
| Age Group | Boys U18 |
| Surface | Hard (outdoor) |
| Hospitality | — |
| Prize Money | — |
Path to the Trophy
With a 4-player main draw, every round carried knockout intensity. Below are the confirmed results from the semifinals and final:
| Round | Match | Score/Status |
|---|---|---|
| Semifinal | Ayham Khan (ONS) def. Samin Keshvari (IND) | 6-1, 6-0 |
| Semifinal | Rafael Haq (365) def. Yousef Alami (RAC) | W.O. |
| Final | Ayham Khan (ONS) def. Rafael Haq (365) | 6-3, 6-3 |
Performance Analysis
- Khan’s control on return: A 6-1, 6-0 semifinal suggests frequent early leads in games and efficient conversion on break points.
- Final balance: Dual 6-3 sets in the championship match indicate steady holds and timely pressure on Rafael Haq’s service games without requiring a decider.
- Walkover pathway: Haq advanced via W.O. in the semifinal, entering the final with reduced court time—an advantage in freshness but a possible disadvantage in match rhythm.
Notable Participants
- Ayham Khan (ONS) — Federation ranking: 19
- Rafael Haq (365) — Federation ranking: 24
- Samin Keshvari (IND) — Federation ranking: 38
- Jiarui Zhang — Federation ranking: 21 (listed among participants)
Stat Snapshot
Sets lost by champion in main draw: 0
Average games conceded in final: 3 per set
Semifinal margin: 11 games
Today’s Order of Play — Friday, May 29, 2026
As of Friday, May 29, 2026, no official order of play for this event is published on the tournament portal. Please check the link below for real-time updates from the UAE Tennis Federation.
| Time | Court | Round | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | — | No official matches published at the time of writing. |
- Refresh the official tournament page: View Order of Play
- Check on-site notices at the venue for any late scheduling.
- Follow UAE Tennis Federation channels for live scheduling alerts.
Note: Scheduling is subject to change due to operational considerations and weather. Always verify the latest information before heading to the courts.
Looking Ahead to the Final Weekend
With the champion confirmed and the event window running through Sunday, May 31, stakeholders can look for wrap-up activities, rankings updates, and federation reporting to close a disciplined week of junior hard-court tennis in Dubai.