TUSA Tennis Boys U14 Championships — Midweek Update and Order of Play for Wednesday, November 12, 2025
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12/11/2025TUSA Tennis Boys U14 Championships — Midweek Update and Order of Play for Wednesday, November 12, 2025
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter: An in-depth midweek analysis from Dubai on the TUSA Tennis Boys U14 Championships, including main-draw progress, standout performers, and the official order of play status for Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Tournament Overview
TUSA Tennis Boys U14 Championships is underway in Dubai, running from Friday, November 7 to Sunday, November 16, 2025. The event features a 16-player Main Draw following a 32-player Qualifying phase on hard courts. Entry fees are AED 0, and winners receive Trophies + Medals + Goodies. This tournament is a development-focused competition and is not listed as part of the Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open or the Elite Circuit.
Official page: Tournament Centre
Main-Draw Progress So Far
The quarterfinal lineup delivered clear statements from the leading contenders. Below are the latest decisive wins setting up a high-quality semifinal Saturday.
Round of 16 Highlights
- Nico MANUEL (TPS) advanced with a bye, then built momentum for a strong quarterfinal showing.
- Paolo EID (365) def. Selim ALLAM (RAC) 6-1, 6-0.
- Karim ABDULLA (RAC) advanced with a bye and looked sharp in the next round.
- Shryesh PAIKRAY (TEN) def. Lenny BENZERROUK (IND) 2-6, 6-3, 10-4.
- Alex KINNARI (IND) def. Yash THOMAS (GLO) 6-2, 6-0.
- Amirali FARZANRAD (IND) def. Omar KARAWIA (IND) 6-3, 6-3.
- Filip MILOVANOVIC (IND) def. Mokshith AKKALENI (TOP) 6-2, 6-3.
- Abdulbaasit SALAMI (IND), the event’s highest-ranked entrant, advanced via bye.
Quarterfinal Results
| Match | Score | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| Nico MANUEL vs Paolo EID | 6-1, 6-3 | Nico MANUEL |
| Karim ABDULLA vs Shryesh PAIKRAY | 6-0, 6-0 | Karim ABDULLA |
| Alex KINNARI vs Amirali FARZANRAD | 6-0, 6-2 | Alex KINNARI |
| Filip MILOVANOVIC vs Abdulbaasit SALAMI | W.O. | Filip MILOVANOVIC |
Standout Performances and Storylines
- Nico MANUEL is asserting his top-10 class with controlled aggression and efficient holds.
- Alex KINNARI has dropped just two games in the quarterfinal, showcasing clean baseline patterns and a high first-serve percentage.
- Karim ABDULLA delivered a statement 6-0, 6-0, highlighting pace and precision on return.
- Filip MILOVANOVIC progresses after a walkover; his upcoming semifinal will reveal his hard-court readiness against in-form Kinnari.
Rankings Context for Semifinalists
- Abdulbaasit SALAMI — Rank 7 (withdrew in QF; no longer in the draw).
- Nico MANUEL — Rank 10; enters the semifinals as the highest-ranked active player.
- Amirali FARZANRAD — Rank 30 (eliminated in QF).
- Karim ABDULLA — Rank 31; peaking at the right time.
- Alex KINNARI — Rank 57; form trending upward this week.
- Filip MILOVANOVIC — Unranked; into the last four with a tactical hard-court game.
Order of Play — Wednesday, November 12, 2025
According to the latest published schedule, there are no official Boys U14 matches scheduled today. The event observes a midweek reset ahead of semifinal Saturday. Players are expected to focus on recovery and light practice.
| Court | Time | Match | Round | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | No official Boys U14 matches scheduled | — | Rest/Training Day |
Next Sessions at a Glance
The Boys U14 draw resumes on Saturday, November 15, with semifinals, followed by the final on Sunday, November 16.
| Date | Court | Time | Round | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Nov 15 | Court 1 | 07:00 | Semifinal | Alex KINNARI vs Filip MILOVANOVIC |
| Sat, Nov 15 | Court 3 | 08:15 | Semifinal | Nico MANUEL vs Karim ABDULLA |
| Sun, Nov 16 | Court 3 | 09:00 | Final | Winner SF1 vs Winner SF2 |
How to Follow
For draws, live scoring (where available), and any late schedule changes, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament page. Check back after today’s rest window for updated match notes and semifinal previews.