Semifinals Set in Dubai: Road To MADO A/S5 – Topspin Tennis Championship Women’s
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03/02/2026Semifinals Set in Dubai: Road To MADO A/S5 – Topspin Tennis Championship Women’s
UAE Tennis Federation analysis and Tuesday, February 3, 2026 order of play for the Road To MADO A/S5 – Topspin Tennis Championship Women’s in Dubai, with semifinal matchups and key storylines.
Tournament Overview
The Road To MADO A/S5 – Topspin Tennis Championship Women’s has reached the business end in Dubai, with high-quality hard-court tennis shaping the race toward the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway. Hosted from January 30 to February 8, 2026, this Pro Circuit women’s event features a 16-player main draw on Hard courts, using the Wilson Tour Premier ball.
- City: Dubai
- Dates: January 30 – February 8, 2026
- Main Draw: 16 players | Qualifying: 8 players
- Surface: Hard
- Official Ball: Wilson Tour Premier
- Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: Event counts toward pathway standings
Updated on Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Path to the Semifinals
Quarterfinal day clarified the contenders. Isabelle James (365/Bulgaria) accelerated through her section; Aisha TURDIEVA (PBI) closed a tight two-setter; Kenza Ksouri (TRI/Tunisia) dominated with a double bagel; and Xinru Zhong (UAE/SMA) impressed with measured aggression. Earlier, the round of 16 featured several byes and one walkover that helped streamline the draw.
| Match | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Isabelle James vs Ayushi Megchiani | Isabelle James | 6-1, 6-1 |
| Aisha TURDIEVA vs Riddhi SENGAR | Aisha TURDIEVA | 6-4, 7-5 |
| Kenza Ksouri vs Harshita SRIVASTAVA | Kenza Ksouri | 6-0, 6-0 |
| Xinru Zhong vs Siann ROSARIO | Xinru Zhong | 6-0, 6-3 |
Note: One earlier R16 tie concluded via walkover.
Order of Play — Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Semifinals headline today’s schedule. Exact times and courts will be confirmed on site; check the link below for live updates.
| Time (GST) | Court | Round | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | Semifinal | Isabelle James (BUL) vs Aisha TURDIEVA |
| TBA | TBA | Semifinal | Kenza Ksouri (TUN) vs Xinru Zhong (UAE) |
For live court assignments and any schedule adjustments, visit the official tournament page.
Form Guide and Keys to Watch
- James vs TURDIEVA: James’s first-strike tempo and superior hold percentage have been decisive. TURDIEVA counters with depth and backhand stability, aiming to extend rallies beyond the 5–7 ball window.
- Ksouri vs Zhong: Ksouri’s clean baseline patterns and return position produced a 6-0, 6-0 quarterfinal; Zhong’s compact swings and court coverage can blunt that rhythm if she owns the crosscourt exchanges early.
- First-serve points won and short-rally conversion likely decide both semifinals.
- Expect tactical variety against the wind if play shifts to late afternoon.
Conditions and Scheduling Notes
With Dubai’s hard courts rewarding precise footwork and early contact, players who manage height over the net and change of direction should find an edge. Start times remain subject to on-site conditions; please re-check the live order of play throughout the day.
Event Essentials
Ball: Wilson Tour Premier. Surface: Hard. Window: Jan 30 – Feb 8, 2026. This event contributes to the Road to the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway; every round now carries heightened significance as the draw narrows to the final two.