ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament BU12, Dubai — Thursday Preview and Order of Play (November 13, 2025)
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13/11/2025ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament BU12, Dubai — Thursday Preview and Order of Play (November 13, 2025)
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter previews Day 7 of the ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament BU12 in Dubai. Tournament overview, form guide, and the projected Thursday Order of Play for the Round of 16, plus one remaining Round of 32 match.
Tournament Overview
Event: ASICS Topspin Tennis Tournament BU12 (Boys 12)
City: Dubai | Dates: November 7–16, 2025 | Surface: Hard
Main Draw Size: 64 | Qualifying: 32 | Entry Fee: 0
Through the first six days in Dubai, the Boys’ 12s field has thinned rapidly, with several commanding performances and a cluster of tight super tie-break finishes. With most Round of 32 ties settled, Thursday is set to stage the Round of 16 and finalize one remaining R32 matchup.
Key Storylines So Far
- Perfect scorelines: Alex Kinnari and Rafael Jurado each posted multiple 6–0, 6–0 wins, signaling ruthless efficiency on hard courts.
- Heavy hitters in form: Yezid Baccouche, Rudra Bajaj, and Anthony Andreu advanced with straight-sets wins, rarely allowing opponents a foothold.
- Qualifiers making waves: Platon Zhukov and Pierre Aymes came through tricky openers, with Aymes winning a super tie-break after dropping the first set.
- Deciders and resilience: Several contests hinged on the match tie-break to 10, showcasing composure under pressure in BU12 format play.
- Walkovers and a retirement: A handful of W.O. results and one retirement have reshaped sections of the draw, demanding quick mental resets from the remaining contenders.
Standout Form Guide
| Player | Recent Result Snapshot | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Alex KINNARI | 6–0, 6–0 (R64); 6–0, 6–0 (R32) | Untouched through two rounds; clinical baseline control. |
| Rafael JURADO | 6–1, 6–0 (R64); 6–0, 6–0 (R32) | Blistering starts; smothering return games. |
| Yezid BACCOUCHE | 6–3, 6–0 (R64); 6–2, 6–0 (R32) | Power with margin; front-runner mentality. |
| Rudra BAJAJ | 7–6, 6–0 (R64); 6–2, 6–3 (R32) | Clutch in tight sets; accelerates once ahead. |
| Anthony ANDREU | 6–2, 6–0 (R64); 6–2, 6–0 (R32) | High first-serve percentage and clean patterns. |
| Platon ZHUKOV (Q) | 7–5, 6–3 (R64); 6–2, 5–7, 10–1 (R32) | Shows grit; dangerous in deciders. |
Today — Thursday, November 13, 2025
Order of Play
Note: The official court allocation and start times are pending from the referee. The list below reflects the bracketed match order expected for Thursday. Please check the tournament page for live updates.
| Round | Match | Status / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| R32 | Pierre AYMES (Q) vs Mohammed shuayb AHMED | To be completed; winner advances to play Bret MENEZES in R16. Time TBA, Court TBA. |
| R16 | Yezid BACCOUCHE vs Rudra BAJAJ | Time TBA, Court TBA |
| R16 | Yusuf MULLA vs Alex KINNARI | Time TBA, Court TBA |
| R16 | Viaan SHETTY vs Youssef HOUCHAIME | Time TBA, Court TBA |
| R16 | Rafael JURADO vs Anthony ANDREU | Time TBA, Court TBA |
| R16 | Shiva BAJAJ vs Daksh PATEL | Time TBA, Court TBA |
| R16 | Ivan CHUPRIN vs Ali AL ALI | Time TBA, Court TBA |
| R16 | Madhav BANSAL vs Platon ZHUKOV (Q) | Time TBA, Court TBA |
| R16 | Bret MENEZES vs Winner of AYMES/AHMED | Dependent on R32 completion; Time TBA, Court TBA |
Matches to Watch
- Rafael JURADO vs Anthony ANDREU: Two players slicing through the draw with minimal games lost; expect first-strike tennis and tight scoreboard pressure.
- Yusuf MULLA vs Alex KINNARI: Mulla’s all-court variety will test Kinnari’s pristine form and depth control.
- Yezid BACCOUCHE vs Rudra BAJAJ: Baccouche’s pace meets Bajaj’s late-set surge; a compelling contrast in momentum management.
What Will Decide the Day
- Return quality on hard courts: Early neutralization of first serves has separated the leaders from the pack.
- Conversion in super tie-breaks: With match tie-breaks used in earlier rounds, nerve and shot tolerance are decisive when sets split.
- Short points vs. rally tolerance: Players thriving at 0–4 shot patterns have dominated; counter-punchers must extend exchanges to turn momentum.
How to Follow
For live court assignments, results, and any scheduling updates, visit the official tournament page: uaetennis.ae.
Format Note
Early rounds have featured a match tie-break to 10 in lieu of a full third set when required, as reflected in several scorelines. Players and coaches should prepare tactical plans that account for a sudden-death style decider.