Asics Championships BU18, Dubai — Opening Day Preview and Order of Play (Friday, November 13, 2026)
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13/11/2026Asics Championships BU18, Dubai — Opening Day Preview and Order of Play (Friday, November 13, 2026)
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter previews the Boys’ U18 Asics Championships in Dubai, outlining the draw, key contenders, and today’s confirmed Round of 16 matchups for Friday, November 13, 2026.
Tournament Overview
Event: Asics Championships tennis tournament BU18 (Boys’ Under-18)
City: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dates: November 13–22, 2026
Surface: Hard
Official Ball: Wilson
Main Draw Size: 16
Qualifying Draw Size: 8
Entry Fee: AED 185
The Asics Championships BU18 opens today in Dubai, bringing together the region’s leading juniors and rising international talents for a nine-day hard-court test. With several first-round byes in the 16-player main draw, a trio of Round of 16 contests headline the opening day, while top-ranked entrants await their turn deeper into the week.
| Quick Links | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament Page | uaetennis.ae — Official Tournament Hub |
Field Snapshot
- Rahil Rizvie (Sri Lanka) — Entry Ranking No. 1; positioned to lead the top half and granted a first-round bye.
- Cayane Joe Muhtar — Entry Ranking No. 4; first-round bye, anchoring a lower-half section.
- Brendan Uchil (India) — Entry Ranking No. 5; first-round bye, an experienced contender from TOP.
- Abdulrahman Al Marzooqi — Entry Ranking No. 7; first-round bye; key UAE hope.
- Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita — Entry Ranking No. 10; opens play today.
- Mohammad Almarzooqi — Entry Ranking No. 19; faces a testing opener.
- Kushagra Jain — Entry Ranking No. 20; slated in one of the day’s tightest matchups.
- Manan Ahuja — Entry Ranking No. 22; first-round bye.
- Samin Keshvari — Entry Ranking No. 18; draws a challenging first match.
- Zad Alexi Muhtar — Entry Ranking No. 29; part of an all-TOP opener.
Draw at a Glance — Round of 16
| Section | Matchup | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Top Half | Rahil Rizvie vs Bye | Rizvie advances to the Quarterfinals by virtue of a bye. |
| Top Half | Mohammad Almarzooqi vs Zad Alexi Muhtar | Opening-round showdown between two aggressive baseliners from UAE clubs. |
| Top Half | Brendan Uchil vs Bye | Uchil moves directly into the Quarterfinals. |
| Top Half | Bye vs Manan Ahuja | Ahuja receives a first-round bye. |
| Bottom Half | Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita vs Samin Keshvari | Physical baseline contest expected. |
| Bottom Half | Bye vs Abdulrahman Al Marzooqi | Al Marzooqi receives a first-round bye. |
| Bottom Half | Kushagra Jain vs Advait Kharat | Intriguing all-India-club duel. |
| Bottom Half | Bye vs Cayane Joe Muhtar | C. J. Muhtar receives a first-round bye. |
Today — Friday, November 13, 2026 — Order of Play
At the time of publication, the federation has not released court assignments or exact start times. The following Round of 16 ties are scheduled to be played today; timings will be updated on the official hub.
| Match | Players | Status |
|---|---|---|
| R16-2 | Mohammad Almarzooqi vs Zad Alexi Muhtar | Time TBC — Opening day feature |
| R16-5 | Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita vs Samin Keshvari | Time TBC |
| R16-7 | Kushagra Jain vs Advait Kharat | Time TBC |
Players With Byes Today
- Rahil Rizvie (advances to Quarterfinals)
- Brendan Uchil (advances to Quarterfinals)
- Manan Ahuja (advances to Quarterfinals)
- Abdulrahman Al Marzooqi (advances to Quarterfinals)
- Cayane Joe Muhtar (advances to Quarterfinals)
Key Storylines to Watch
- UAE spotlight: Mohammad Almarzooqi’s opener versus Zad Alexi Muhtar should draw strong local interest and set the tone for the top half.
- International presence: India’s Brendan Uchil and Sri Lanka’s Rahil Rizvie both benefit from early byes, positioning them for fresher quarterfinal runs.
- Balanced bottom half: Aldemita vs Keshvari and Jain vs Kharat promise long baseline exchanges and narrow margins.
Format and Notes
- Main Draw: 16 players; several first-round byes allocated.
- Surface: Hard; conditions typically reward first-strike tennis and precise serving.
- Official updates, court assignments, and any schedule changes will appear on the tournament hub.
Follow Live
For the latest order of play, draws, and results, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament page. All schedules are subject to change.