Road To MADO A/S3 BU12 at Zayed Sports City: Midweek Update and Schedule Watch — Wednesday, 22 October 2025
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22/10/2025Road To MADO A/S3 BU12 at Zayed Sports City: Midweek Update and Schedule Watch — Wednesday, 22 October 2025
Midweek analysis from Abu Dhabi for the Boys U12 Road To MADO A/S3 at Zayed Sports City. We review the draw’s key movers, highlight semifinal storylines, and clarify today’s (Wednesday, 22 October 2025) order-of-play status with the latest confirmed schedule ahead.
The Boys U12 field at Zayed Sports City has moved briskly through the early rounds, setting up a high-quality semifinal quartet for the Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway. With form players peaking on hard courts and several walkovers shaping the bracket, the closing stages promise a blend of power, placement, and poise.
Tournament Overview
Event: Road To MADO A/S3 — Zayed Sports City BU12 (Boys U12)
- City: Abu Dhabi
- Dates: 17–26 October 2025
- Surface: Hard
- Main Draw: 32 | Qualifying: 8
- Official Ball: Wilson Championships
- Entry Fee: AED 150
- Series: Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open (Road to MADO)
The Story So Far
The main draw has delivered a balanced mix of commanding wins and razor-thin deciders. After a bye- and walkover-affected Round of 32 and Round of 16, the quarterfinals clarified the title contenders. The semifinals are now set:
- Tiago LYNCE (JTP) vs Akachukwu UZOKWE (C.F)
- Jude AUDI (TRI) vs Alec LARROUILH (JTP)
Quarterfinal Highlights
- UZOKWE’s acceleration: A clinical quarterfinal showcased first-strike tennis and disciplined depth from the C.F representative.
- LARROUILH’s control: The JTP player kept points short and protected serve efficiently to book his semifinal spot.
- AUDI’s grit under pressure: A tense decider saw the TRI player hold firm in the critical moments to edge through.
- LYNCE’s balance: Tiago blended measured aggression with reliable rally tolerance to advance.
Today’s Order of Play — Wednesday, 22 October 2025
At the time of publication, the official order of play for Wednesday, 22 October 2025 has not been posted on the tournament platform. Please check back later or use the official page link below for live updates.
| Court | Time | Match | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| All courts | TBA | Order of Play | Pending publication |
Check the live Order of Play and draws
Next Confirmed Schedule — Saturday, 25 October 2025
The latest published schedule includes the BU12 semifinals and a provisional final time on Saturday.
| Court | Start | Round | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court 1 | 08:30 | Semifinal | Tiago LYNCE (JTP) vs Akachukwu UZOKWE (C.F) |
| Court 2 | 08:30 | Semifinal | Jude AUDI (TRI) vs Alec LARROUILH (JTP) |
| Court 1 | 16:00 | Final | Winners of SF1/SF2 — BU12 Championship Match |
Tactical Keys to the Semifinals
- Lynce vs Uzokwe: The return game may decide it. Lynce’s ability to absorb pace and counter needs to blunt Uzokwe’s first-strike patterns. Depth to the backhand wing and defending the ad-court serve are crucial.
- Audi vs Larrouilh: First-serve percentage and rally tolerance will be central. Audi thrives in momentum swings; Larrouilh will aim to shorten points and lean on quick plus-one patterns.
Rankings Snapshot
| Player | Club | UAE TF Rank (entry) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alec LARROUILH | JTP | 4 | Clean quarterfinal performance; forehand-led tempo. |
| Akachukwu UZOKWE | C.F | 8 | Front-foot tennis; imposing serve and early contact point. |
| Jude AUDI | TRI | 9 | Proved clutch in a deciding finish; resilient baseline patterns. |
| Tiago LYNCE | JTP | 46 | Balanced offense/defense; efficient off the return. |
Conditions and Venue Notes
Late-October in Abu Dhabi typically means warm, dry conditions that reward proactive footwork and clean contact. The Zayed Sports City hard courts offer a true bounce, encouraging early ball-striking and rewarding depth. Managing energy across morning and late-afternoon sessions will remain a competitive factor for U12 athletes.
How to Follow
- Live draws, results, and order of play
- UAE Tennis Federation — news and series standings
Bottom line: The Road to MADO A/S3 BU12 event is poised for a compelling finish. Keep an eye on serve-plus-one efficiency and composure in breakers — two metrics that often separate champions at this level.