Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports U18 Boys: Monday Semifinal Preview and Order of Play
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22/09/2025Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports U18 Boys: Monday Semifinal Preview and Order of Play
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter: A clear overview of the Dubai hard-court event, quarterfinal takeaways, and the Monday, September 22, 2025 semifinal Order of Play.
Tournament Overview
Event: Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports – U18 Boys (Singles)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Dates: September 19–28, 2025
Surface: Hard
Official Ball: Wilson US Open
Draw Sizes: Main Draw 16, Qualifying 8
Pathway: Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Entry Fee: AED 185
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| City | Dubai |
| Venue | 365 Open Sports |
| Category | U18 Boys |
| Main Draw | 16 players |
| Qualifying | 8 players |
| Road to MADO | Yes (ranking pathway) |
| Tournament Link | Official Page |
The Road So Far: Round of 16 and Quarterfinal Highlights
The field has narrowed to four after a mix of dominant wins and high‑tension match tiebreaks. Notable walkovers reshaped sections of the draw, while several contenders handled pressure superbly on Dubai’s hard courts.
| Round | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| R16 | Saad BUKADIDA (THE) vs BYE | Saad advanced |
| R16 | Ralph FARAH (RAC) vs Leon WOJCIECHOWSKI (365) | 6-4, 6-7, 10-5 (match tiebreak; winner: Leon) |
| R16 | Shokan Bekbergen (IND/KAZ) vs BYE | Shokan advanced |
| R16 | Rudra RAGHUVANSHI (RAC) vs Ishaan PRATAP (365) | W.O. (Ishaan advanced) |
| R16 | Marwan ALMARZOUQI (UAE) vs Ashmik MEHNGI (365) | W.O. (Ashmik advanced) |
| R16 | Priyaansh Jajoo (365) vs Radu POP (EMI) | 7-5, 6-0 (Radu advanced) |
| R16 | Yusuf SYED (365) vs Adam MORSY (RAC) | W.O. (Adam advanced) |
| R16 | BYE vs Ayaan Malik (WEL/PAK) | Ayaan advanced |
| QF | Saad BUKADIDA (THE) vs Leon WOJCIECHOWSKI (365) | 6-0, 6-4 |
| QF | Shokan Bekbergen (IND/KAZ) vs Ishaan PRATAP (365) | 6-1, 6-2 (Ishaan advanced) |
| QF | Ashmik MEHNGI (365) vs Radu POP (EMI) | 6-1, 2-6, 10-5 (match tiebreak; winner: Radu) |
| QF | Adam MORSY (RAC) vs Ayaan Malik (WEL/PAK) | 6-2, 6-3 (Ayaan advanced) |
- Saad BUKADIDA has been efficient, backing up his opening bye with a straight‑sets quarterfinal win.
- Ishaan PRATAP accelerated through his quarterfinal after a walkover in R16, showing fresh legs and clean hitting.
- Radu POP survived a match tiebreak in the QF, underlining his resilience in tight moments.
- Ayaan Malik impressed with composed baseline patterns and tidy scorelines across his matches.
Today 27s Order of Play 2d Monday, September 22, 2025
Semifinals headline today 27s action on the hard courts. Times and courts are to be confirmed and remain subject to change. Please check the onsite board and the official tournament page for live updates.
| Session | Not Before | Match | Court |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semifinal 1 | TBC | Saad BUKADIDA (THE) vs Ishaan PRATAP (365) | TBC |
| Semifinal 2 | TBC | Radu POP (EMI) vs Ayaan Malik (WEL, Pakistan) | TBC |
Semifinal 1: Saad BUKADIDA vs Ishaan PRATAP
Form guide: Saad 27s 6-0, 6-4 quarterfinal showcased first‑strike tennis and confident holds. Ishaan 27s 6-1, 6-2 quarterfinal was built on early breaks and solid depth. Expect an aggressive baseline exchange where the first serve percentage and short‑rally conversion could decide momentum.
- Saad 27s forehand patterns into the deuce corner vs Ishaan 27s backhand stability.
- Return pressure on second serves; both have shown a willingness to step in.
- Scoreboard management in deuce games—minimizing freebies under pressure.
Semifinal 2: Radu POP vs Ayaan Malik
Form guide: Radu handled a tricky quarterfinal with a deciding match tiebreak, a sign of composure in clutch points. Ayaan posted a straightforward win over Adam MORSY, indicating clean execution and a low unforced error count. This matchup may hinge on who controls neutral rallies and finds the first short ball.
- Radu 27s backhand redirect vs Ayaan 27s forehand height and shape through the middle.
- Transition instincts: who finishes at the net when the court opens.
- Physicality if sets extend—patience on longer exchanges.
What 27s at Stake
Winners advance to the final, with valuable Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway implications and national ranking significance on the line. For these U18 players, every round is a chance to bank confidence and competitive reps ahead of the new season 27s push.
How to Follow
For live scheduling, draws, and updates, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament page. Note: Order of Play and court assignments are subject to change.