Dominant Rafael Jurado Captures U12 Boys Rackets Academy Title — Saturday Update
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21/02/2026Dominant Rafael Jurado Captures U12 Boys Rackets Academy Title — Saturday Update
UAE Tennis Federation report from Dubai: Rafael Jurado wins the U12 Boys Rackets Academy title with a commanding run to the trophy. With the boys’ singles final completed on Friday, February 20, 2026, there is no official U12 Boys order of play posted for Saturday, February 21, 2026. Full overview, key results, and how to follow updates inside.
Tournament Overview
Event: U12 Boys Rackets Academy | City: Dubai | Dates: February 13–22, 2026 | Surface: Hard | Main Draw: 16 | Qualifying: 8 | Entry Fee: 105
The U12 Boys field in Dubai delivered decisive baseline tennis and incisive first‑strike patterns across a compact 16‑player main draw. The week’s narrative centered on clinical service holds and disciplined depth on a true-bouncing hard court.
Champion’s Statement Win
Rafael Jurado (TPS) lifted the title with a near-flawless campaign, sealing the final on Friday against Rayan Fassi-Fihri (IND), 6-3, 6-1. Jurado’s return positioning and court coverage proved the difference, consistently turning neutral balls into immediate advantage.
Road to the Final
- Rafael Jurado (Champion)
- R16: def. Arthur Moorfield, 6-0, 6-0
- QF: def. Matteo Bessone, 6-0, 6-0
- SF: def. Gleb Galenka, 6-0, 6-0
- Final: def. Rayan Fassi-Fihri, 6-3, 6-1
- Rayan Fassi-Fihri (Runner-up)
- R16: def. Louis Matthew, 6-0, 6-2
- QF: def. Zakaria Sassi, 6-3, 6-0
- SF: def. George Kozovoy, 6-1, 6-4
- Final: lost to Rafael Jurado, 3-6, 1-6
Standout Performances
- George Kozovoy: swept his opener 6-0, 6-0 and edged a tense quarterfinal in a match tiebreak, 2-6, 6-4, 10-8, before bowing out in the semis.
- Gleb Galenka: authoritative through the quarters (6-3, 6-1) before running into the Jurado express in the semifinals.
- Edwin Taraldsson: held firm in a 7-6(5), 6-4 first round and pushed the quarters to a deciding tiebreak.
Key Results (Final Rounds)
| Stage | Match | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Semifinal | Rayan Fassi-Fihri def. George Kozovoy | 6-1, 6-4 |
| Semifinal | Rafael Jurado def. Gleb Galenka | 6-0, 6-0 |
| Final | Rafael Jurado def. Rayan Fassi-Fihri | 6-3, 6-1 |
By the Numbers
| Metric | Rafael Jurado |
|---|---|
| Matches Won | 4 |
| Sets Won–Lost | 8–0 |
| Games Won–Lost | 48–4 |
Jurado’s efficiency—only four games conceded across the tournament—highlights elite point construction and repeatable patterns under pressure.
Order of Play — Saturday, February 21, 2026
The U12 Boys singles draw concluded on Friday, February 20. As of publication, there is no official U12 Boys order of play posted for Saturday.
| Court | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| — | — | No U12 Boys matches scheduled/published for today. |
Stay Updated
For any late scheduling notes or ceremonial updates, please refer to the official tournament page: U12 Boys Rackets Academy — UAE Tennis Federation.
Analysis Takeaway
In a field defined by disciplined baseline exchanges, Rafael Jurado separated himself with first-ball aggression and precise depth. Rayan Fassi-Fihri showcased resilience and variety all week, setting a compelling rivalry framework for the season ahead.