Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports U14 Boys: Wednesday Quarterfinal Preview and Analysis in Dubai
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24/09/2025Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports U14 Boys: Wednesday Quarterfinal Preview and Analysis in Dubai
Comprehensive mid-week analysis and Wednesday, September 24, 2025 quarterfinal order of play for the Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports U14 Boys event in Dubai, part of the UAE Tennis Federation’s Road to the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway.
Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | Location: Dubai | UAE Tennis Federation
Tournament Overview
The Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports – U14 Boys event has reached a pivotal stage in Dubai, with eight young contenders advancing to the quarterfinals of the 32-player main draw. The tournament, staged on hard courts and running from September 19–28, 2025, contributes to the Road to the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway for junior development.
| City | Surface | Dates | Main Draw | Qualifying | Road to Mubadala | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai | Hard | Sep 19–28, 2025 | 32 | 8 | Yes | Free |
Draw Status and Notable Results to Date
After a steady start that featured several decisive wins and a handful of walkovers, the quarterfinal line-up is set. Here is how each player arrived:
- Marwan SAFI (Entry Rank 2) – Bye in R32; def. Selcuk Kaan Yazici 6-3, 6-4 in R16.
- Alex KINNARI – Advanced via W.O. in R32; def. Karim Abdulla 6-2, 6-1 in R16.
- Ryan ABOU JAMRA (Entry Rank 6) – Advanced via W.O. in R32; def. Balaamir Bekbergen 6-2, 6-1 in R16.
- Nico MANUEL (Entry Rank 19) – Advanced via W.O. in R32; advanced via W.O. in R16.
- Ivan SHITIKOV (Entry Rank 29) – def. Kai Archer 6-2, 6-0 in R32; def. Amirali Farzanrad 6-1, 6-0 in R16.
- Yahia KARKOURI – def. Yousef Ashour 6-3, 6-3 in R32; def. Adam El Marouri 6-1, 6-3 in R16.
- Adnan MROUEH – def. Ashwin Sathyanath 6-4, 6-2 in R32; def. Paolo Eid 6-3, 7-6 in R16.
- Haris ASHOUR (Entry Rank 5) – Bye in R32; def. Neil Mishra 6-1, 6-1 in R16.
Key Mid-Week Trends
- Form Lines: Ivan Shitikov and Yahia Karkouri posted emphatic straight-sets wins, signaling strong momentum heading into the last eight.
- Top Seeds on Track: Marwan Safi and Haris Ashour have progressed cleanly; both will be focal points as the draw tightens.
- Walkover Impact: The bottom section saw multiple W.O.s, giving Nico Manuel fresh legs for today but less on-court rhythm compared with opponents who played through.
- Tactical Battlegrounds: Expect depth-to-corner patterns and first-strike tennis to be decisive on the Dubai hard courts.
Today’s Order of Play – Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Note: The quarterfinals are scheduled for today. Court assignments and exact times are subject to on-site confirmation.
| Round | Match | Court | Time (GST) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterfinal | Marwan SAFI vs Alex KINNARI | TBD | TBD | Scheduled |
| Quarterfinal | Ryan ABOU JAMRA vs Nico MANUEL | TBD | TBD | Scheduled |
| Quarterfinal | Ivan SHITIKOV vs Yahia KARKOURI | TBD | TBD | Scheduled |
| Quarterfinal | Adnan MROUEH vs Haris ASHOUR | TBD | TBD | Scheduled |
Scheduling disclaimer: Times and courts will be finalized by the tournament desk; please consult the official page for real-time updates.
What We Are Watching
- Baseline control in SAFI vs KINNARI: Can Kinnari’s quick starts dent Safi’s steadiness over two sets?
- Freshness vs. Match Toughness: Abou Jamra arrives with a commanding R16 win, while Manuel has conserved energy via walkovers.
- Power differential: Shitikov’s scorelines suggest heavy baseline penetration; Karkouri’s variety could be the antidote.
- Shot tolerance in key moments: Mroueh’s R16 tie-break composure meets Ashour’s authoritative tempo.
Stay Connected
Follow live updates, completed scores, and any changes to today’s schedule on the UAE Tennis Federation tournament hub. Hard-court conditions typically reward clean first-strike patterns—expect tight, high-quality junior tennis as the draw narrows.