U14 Boys at Rackets Academy: Semifinals Set in Dubai — Tuesday Preview and Order of Play
Date:
30/09/2025U14 Boys at Rackets Academy: Semifinals Set in Dubai — Tuesday Preview and Order of Play
The UAE Tennis Federation’s U14 Boys event at Rackets Academy (Dubai) reaches the semifinal stage. Here is the tournament overview, key takeaways, and Tuesday, September 30, 2025 order of play information (pending official court/time confirmations).
Tournament Overview
Event: U14 Boys at Rackets Academy
City: Dubai, UAE
Dates: September 26 – October 5, 2025
Surface: Hard
Main Draw: 16 players | Qualifying: 8 players
Entry Fee: AED 0
Official Page: uaetennis.ae — Tournament Hub
Draw Progress and Key Takeaways
- Final four confirmed: Abdulbaasit Salami (IND), Selcuk Kaan Yazici (TUR), Karim Abdulla (RAC), and Dhaiwik Arunkumar (TOP).
- In-form contenders: Abdulbaasit Salami has conceded just four games in two completed matches (6-0, 6-1; 6-2, 6-1).
- Statement wins: Selcuk Kaan Yazici posted a commanding quarterfinal (6-3, 6-0) after a tight R16 close (6-2, 7-5).
- Efficient paths: Karim Abdulla advanced via walkover in the quarters after a solid R16 win; Dhaiwik Arunkumar reversed that route (R16 walkover, QF straight sets).
Quarterfinal Results (Completed)
| Match | Score |
|---|---|
| Abdulbaasit Salami def. Nico Manuel | 6-2, 6-1 |
| Selcuk Kaan Yazici def. Adam El Marouri | 6-3, 6-0 |
| Karim Abdulla def. Takeru Kamiki | W.O. |
| Dhaiwik Arunkumar def. Paolo Eid | 6-3, 6-4 |
Semifinal Preview — Tuesday, September 30, 2025
SF1: Abdulbaasit Salami vs Selcuk Kaan Yazici
Form check: Salami has been ruthless from the baseline, surrendering only four games across two rounds. Yazici arrives with momentum, pairing a gritty R16 closing set (7-5) with a sharp 6-3, 6-0 quarterfinal. Expect first‑strike tennis and a premium on return depth.
- Salami, last two matches: 6-0, 6-1; 6-2, 6-1 (24 games won, 4 lost).
- Yazici, last two matches: 6-2, 7-5; 6-3, 6-0 (25 games won, 10 lost).
SF2: Karim Abdulla vs Dhaiwik Arunkumar
Both players enter relatively fresh. Abdulla’s clean 6-3, 6-2 in the R16 showcased balanced offense and consistency; his quarterfinal walkover preserves energy. Arunkumar gained rhythm in a composed 6-3, 6-4 quarterfinal after a walkover start. First-serve percentage and forehand accuracy could tilt the balance.
- Abdulla, path: def. Khoury 6-3, 6-2; QF W.O.
- Arunkumar, path: R16 W.O.; def. Eid 6-3, 6-4.
Today’s Order of Play — Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Note: The official court assignments and start times for today’s semifinals have not been published at the time of writing. Please check the tournament page for live updates from Rackets Academy (local time GST, UTC+4).
| Time (GST) | Court | Round | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | Semifinal | Abdulbaasit Salami vs Selcuk Kaan Yazici |
| TBA | TBA | Semifinal | Karim Abdulla vs Dhaiwik Arunkumar |
Schedule subject to change. Players should reconfirm reporting times with the referee desk on site.
Path to the Semifinals — At a Glance
| Player | R16 | Quarterfinal |
|---|---|---|
| Abdulbaasit Salami | def. Jehan Patel 6-0, 6-1 | def. Nico Manuel 6-2, 6-1 |
| Selcuk Kaan Yazici | def. Balaamir Bekbergen 6-2, 7-5 | def. Adam El Marouri 6-3, 6-0 |
| Karim Abdulla | def. Sami Khoury 6-3, 6-2 | def. Takeru Kamiki W.O. |
| Dhaiwik Arunkumar | def. Rayaan Shroff W.O. | def. Paolo Eid 6-3, 6-4 |
What to Watch
- First-strike patterns in SF1: Can Yazici blunt Salami’s early pressure?
- Energy management in SF2: Who controls the baseline in longer exchanges?
- Serve plus one: Short points may decide tight games on Dubai’s hard courts.
Follow Live
For live schedule updates, draws, and results, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament page.