ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament GU12 — Quarterfinals Loom in Dubai on Wednesday, November 12, 2025

ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament GU12 — Quarterfinals Loom in Dubai on Wednesday, November 12, 2025
UAE Tennis Federation analysis of the ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament GU12 in Dubai: key results, form guide, and today’s provisional Order of Play for Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Dubai welcomes a pivotal mid-week chapter of the ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament GU12, as the field narrows and quarterfinal berths take center stage. With several emphatic wins in the Round of 16, the Girls' U12 draw promises a compelling Wednesday slate.
Tournament Overview
| Event | ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament GU12 |
| City | Dubai |
| Dates | November 7–16, 2025 |
| Category | Girls' U12 (GU12) |
| Surface | Hard |
| Main Draw Size | 32 |
| Qualifying Draw Size | 8 |
| Doubles | No doubles event scheduled |
| Official Ball | Head |
| Entry Fee | AED 125 |
| Official Link | Draws, results, and updates |
Where the Draw Stands
The Round of 16 largely clarified the quarterfinal picture, with one match still to be completed. Several contenders delivered statement performances.
Round of 16 Highlights
- Uchechukwu Uzokwe (No. 2) def. Mia Radjenovic 6-0, 6-4 — a clinical start and composed close.
- Maithili Surve (No. 9) def. Jaslene Elayyan 6-3, 6-4 — steady baseline control in key moments.
- Emilia Balkanyi (No. 5) def. Maria Abdallah 6-0, 6-0 — relentless pace and precision.
- Reet Khanna (No. 15) def. Lara Chebaro 6-0, 6-0 — authoritative from first ball.
- Anisa Tatlieva (No. 18) advanced via walkover.
- Melissa Tatlieva (No. 7) def. Mimi Wang 6-3, 6-4 — held firm in the key returns games.
- Elizaveta Korobova (No. 1) def. Khadijah Mulla 6-0, 6-0 — top seed sets the benchmark.
- Elif Sacli (No. 16) vs Akshita Ramakhishnan — to be completed.
Key Numbers
- Three double-bagels in the Round of 16 underline the dominance of the top contenders.
- Two competitive straight-set wins (6-3, 6-4 scorelines) hint at increasing parity deeper in the draw.
- One walkover and one match pending keep the quarterfinal bracket partially open.
Projected Quarterfinal Lineup
Seven of eight quarterfinal places are confirmed. One slot awaits the winner of Sacli vs Ramakhishnan.
| Quarterfinal | Matchup | Status |
|---|---|---|
| QF1 | Uchechukwu Uzokwe (2) vs Maithili Surve (9) | Set |
| QF2 | Emilia Balkanyi (5) vs Reet Khanna (15) | Set |
| QF3 | Anisa Tatlieva (18) vs Melissa Tatlieva (7) | Set |
| QF4 | Elizaveta Korobova (1) vs Winner of Sacli (16) / Ramakhishnan | Pending R16 completion |
Today’s Order of Play — Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Note: Start times and court allocations are confirmed on site by the referee. Order below is provisional and subject to change.
| Session | Round | Match | Players | Status / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | R16 | R16-08 | Elif Sacli (16) vs Akshita Ramakhishnan | To be completed; winner advances to face Korobova (1) |
| 2 | Quarterfinal | QF1 | Uchechukwu Uzokwe (2) vs Maithili Surve (9) | After completion of Session 1 |
| 3 | Quarterfinal | QF2 | Emilia Balkanyi (5) vs Reet Khanna (15) | Followed by |
| 4 | Quarterfinal | QF3 | Anisa Tatlieva (18) vs Melissa Tatlieva (7) | Followed by |
| 5 | Quarterfinal | QF4 | Elizaveta Korobova (1) vs Sacli (16) / Ramakhishnan | Final match of the day; court/time TBA |
Form Guide and Tactical Notes
- Top seed momentum: Korobova’s 6-0, 6-0 underscores baseline depth and first-strike accuracy.
- Second seed on song: Uzokwe blended aggression and control, conceding just four games in R16.
- Big hitters collide: Balkanyi vs Khanna pits two double-bagel winners, testing serve-plus-one patterns.
- Family duel: Anisa vs Melissa Tatlieva hinges on return depth and second-serve pressure.
- R16 carryover: Sacli’s compact backhand vs Ramakhishnan’s counterpunching will shape QF4 dynamics.
What This Means for the Weekend
- Winners of QF1 and QF2 will populate the top semifinal; QF3 and QF4 form the bottom half.
- Physical management is pivotal with back-to-back rounds for those in the R16 carryover path.
- Service holds have been decisive; expect shorter points on hard courts as rallies compress.
Notes from the Tournament Desk
Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled match for check-in. For live updates, consult the official tournament page: UAE Tennis Federation — ASICS Topspin GU12. All times are local and subject to operational adjustments.
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter will continue to provide verified results and schedule updates throughout the day.
