365 Open Sports - U16 Girls, Dubai: Monday, January 12, 2026 Preview and Order of Play
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12/01/2026365 Open Sports - U16 Girls, Dubai: Monday, January 12, 2026 Preview and Order of Play
Quarterfinals take shape at the 365 Open Sports - U16 Girls in Dubai. Monday features the final Round of 16 match and a full slate of quarterfinals on hard courts, with byes giving way to head-to-head battles.
Tournament Overview
The 365 Open Sports - U16 Girls event in Dubai runs from Friday, January 9 to Sunday, January 18, 2026. Staged on hard courts, the tournament features a Main Draw of 16 and a Qualifying Draw of 8 players in the Girls U16 age group.
- Venue: Dubai (Hard courts)
- Main Draw: 16 players
- Qualifying: 8 players
- Event window: January 9–18, 2026
- Sanctioning: UAE Tennis Federation
For live updates, draws, and official notices, visit the tournament page.
Where the Draw Stands Entering Monday
After a first wave of byes in the Round of 16, the quarterfinal picture is largely set. One Round of 16 contest remains to be played today; the winner will complete the first quarterfinal. The other three quarterfinals are locked in and scheduled for Monday action.
Key Storylines for Monday
- Chinemerem UZOKWE (C.F, Rank 8) opens her campaign after a bye and awaits the winner of today’s final Round of 16 match.
- Goonj MATHUR (IND, Rank 25) faces Aryna ZHALIAZOUSKAYA (IND) in a baseline-heavy quarterfinal.
- Ailin TURDIEVA (PBI, Rank 43) meets Zeinab GHAZAL (IND, Rank 43) in a rare ranking deadlock.
- Cleopatra CARNES (SUP) challenges Ayumi Khan (C.F, Rank 29) in a contrast of styles.
- The last Round of 16 match—Erin HUBERT (C.F) vs Raaya HAQ (IND)—will decide the remaining quarterfinalist.
Tactical Themes to Watch
- First-serve percentage under sun and pace: With Dubai’s hard courts rewarding proactive play, early initiative will be decisive.
- Backhand depth in neutral rallies: The player controlling cross-court exchanges should unlock short balls.
- Second-serve pressure: Expect returners to step in; protecting second serves will separate the contenders.
Today’s Order of Play — Monday, January 12, 2026
Note: Court assignments and exact start times will be confirmed on-site. Please check the OOP board and the official tournament page for real-time updates.
| No. | Round | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | R16 | Erin HUBERT (C.F) vs Raaya HAQ (IND) | Completes Quarterfinal 1 lineup |
| 2 | Quarterfinal | Chinemerem UZOKWE (C.F, Rank 8) vs Winner of HUBERT/HAQ | Top performer enters after a bye |
| 3 | Quarterfinal | Goonj MATHUR (IND, Rank 25) vs Aryna ZHALIAZOUSKAYA (IND) | Ball-striking duel from the back of the court |
| 4 | Quarterfinal | Ailin TURDIEVA (PBI, Rank 43) vs Zeinab GHAZAL (IND, Rank 43) | Evenly ranked; expect long exchanges |
| 5 | Quarterfinal | Cleopatra CARNES (SUP) vs Ayumi Khan (C.F, Rank 29) | Shotmaking vs. structure; pacing could decide |
Scheduling and Player Welfare
Given the conditions, organizers will build in adequate recovery windows between matches. Players are reminded to manage hydration and warm-ups accordingly.
How to Follow
- Official updates and any schedule changes: Tournament page
- On-site: Refer to the order-of-play board and referee announcements.
All details are subject to change at the discretion of the tournament referee.