ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament GU12: Quarterfinal Picture Takes Shape in Dubai on Thursday

UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter brings you a concise look at the ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament GU12 in Dubai, with a focus on the developing quarterfinal field and what is slated for Thursday, November 13, 2025. Follow live updates and any schedule changes via the official tournament page: Event Link.

Tournament Overview

The Girls U12 main draw features 32 players competing on hard courts in Dubai from November 7 to 16, 2025. The official ball is Head. Early rounds produced commanding performances from several contenders, and the draw is now converging on the quarterfinal stage.

Where the Draw Stands

Round of 32 and Round of 16 play has largely concluded, shaping an exciting quarterfinal lineup. Three quarterfinals are set, with one pairing awaiting the final Round of 16 result:

• Uchechukwu Uzokwe def. Mia Radjenovic 6-0, 6-4 to reach the quarters; she faces Maithili Surve (def. Jaslene Elayyan 6-3, 6-4).
• Emilia Balkanyi advanced with a 6-0, 6-0 win over Maria Abdallah; she meets Reet Khanna, who posted 6-0, 6-0 over Lara Chebaro.
• Anisa Tatlieva defeated Aksinia Shaburkina 6-2, 6-1 and moved on via walkover in the Round of 16; she faces Melissa Tatlieva (def. Mimi Wang 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 noted as 3-6, 4-6 from the winner’s perspective in the draw, aggregate straight-set win recorded 6-3, 6-4).
• Elif Sacli (6-0, 6-0 in R32) vs Akshita Ramakhishnan (4-6, 6-2, 10-5 in R32) remains the outstanding Round of 16 match; the winner faces top-ranked Elizaveta Korobova, who posted a clinical 6-0, 6-0 in the Round of 16.

Form Guide and Standouts

• Elizaveta Korobova (Entry Rank No. 1): 6-0, 6-0 in R16; authoritative baseline control and clean conversion on return games.
• Reet Khanna (No. 15): 6-4, 6-1 in R32, then 6-0, 6-0 in R16; momentum building dramatically.
• Emilia Balkanyi (No. 5): 6-0, 6-0 in R16; efficient first-strike tennis.
• Uchechukwu Uzokwe (No. 2): 6-0, 6-4 in R16; balanced aggression and consistency.
• Anisa Tatlieva (No. 18): Solid 6-2, 6-1 in R32 plus a walkover; fresh legs for the quarters.
• Melissa Tatlieva (No. 7): Composed 6-3, 6-4 in R16; serves well under pressure.
• Elif Sacli (No. 16) and Akshita Ramakhishnan (No. 56): Their R16 meeting today will complete the quarterfinal bracket; Sacli’s 6-0, 6-0 opener contrasts with Akshita’s gritty 10-5 match-tiebreak finish.

By the Numbers

1. Three R16 “double-bagels”: Korobova, Balkanyi, and Khanna all won 6-0, 6-0.
2. Uzokwe allowed just four games in her R16 win.
3. The remaining R16 (Sacli vs Ramakhishnan) will decide the last quarterfinal spot against Korobova.

Key Storylines to Watch

• Power vs. Precision: Balkanyi’s first-strike patterns against Khanna’s athletic defense.
• Top-tier composure: Uzokwe’s clean patterns tested by Surve’s counterpunching.
• Family affair: Anisa vs Melissa Tatlieva promises tactical familiarity and tight margins.
• Korobova’s standard: The top entry-ranked player awaits either Sacli’s pace or Ramakhishnan’s resilience.

Thursday, November 13, 2025 – Order of Play

Note: Official court assignments and exact start times were not posted at the time of publishing. The following is the expected sequence of matches subject to on-site confirmation. Please consult the live order of play for updates.

Scheduling advisory: Matches and courts are subject to change due to match duration and weather. Please verify on-site or via the official tournament page before heading to the venue.

Quick Take

With multiple dominant R16 scorelines, Thursday’s quarterfinals promise higher intensity and tighter margins. Keep an eye on the balance between first-strike efficiency and rally tolerance as the top contenders push for semifinal places in Dubai.