FSTA Al Ain Boys U14 — Final Weekend Analysis and Saturday Order of Play
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21/02/2026FSTA Al Ain Boys U14 — Final Weekend Analysis and Saturday Order of Play
Comprehensive analysis of the FSTA - Al Ain Boys U14 event on hard courts, including bracket highlights and the Saturday, February 21, 2026 order of play status.
Tournament Overview
Event: FSTA - AL AIN - YOUTH BU14 YEARS OLD (Boys 14) (Singles event)
City: Al Ain, UAE
Dates: February 13–22, 2026
Surface: Hard
Main Draw Size: 8 | Qualifying Draw Size: 8
Official Ball: Wilson Championships
Hospitality: None
Official Hotel: Radisson Blu, Al Ain
Entry Fee: AED 125
For live updates and official notices, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament page.
Draw and Results Snapshot
The Boys’ U14 main draw featured a compact field with strong RAC representation and decisive baseline tennis on Al Ain’s hard courts. Below is a concise results table compiled from the posted draw:
| Round | Match | Score / Note |
|---|---|---|
| Quarterfinal | Ivan SHITIKOV (RAC) vs BYE | SHITIKOV advanced |
| Quarterfinal | Kaif FATTA (FUT) def. Shuayb THAHAMUZAMMIL (IND) | 6-1, 6-1 |
| Quarterfinal | Mihailo PETROVIC (RAC) def. Robert VOLYA (ATL) | 6-2, 6-1 |
| Quarterfinal | Timofei SOSHNIKOV (RAC) vs BYE | SOSHNIKOV advanced |
| Semifinal | Kaif FATTA (FUT) def. Ivan SHITIKOV (RAC) | No score posted |
| Semifinal | Mihailo PETROVIC (RAC) def. Timofei SOSHNIKOV (RAC) | No score posted |
| Final | Mihailo PETROVIC (RAC) def. Kaif FATTA (FUT) | 6-1, 6-1 |
Path to the Title
- Champion: Mihailo PETROVIC (RAC)
- Final: def. Kaif FATTA 6-1, 6-1
- Semifinal: def. Timofei SOSHNIKOV (no score posted)
- Quarterfinal: def. Robert VOLYA 6-2, 6-1
Performance Analysis
- Baseline Control: PETROVIC’s straight‑sets wins (6-2, 6-1 in QF; 6-1, 6-1 in the final) underline early dominance in first‑strike patterns on hard courts.
- Efficient Advancement: Both SHITIKOV and SOSHNIKOV benefited from byes in the quarters, conserving energy for later rounds—useful in compact youth draws.
- Break‑of‑Serve Pressure: Lopsided set scores suggest frequent early breaks; while detailed stats are not posted, conversion rates likely tilted heavily toward PETROVIC and FATTA en route to the final.
- Club Depth: RAC placed multiple players deep in the draw, reflecting strong squad depth at this age group.
Participants (Selected Roster)
- Ivan SHITIKOV (RAC) — Rank 10
- Timofei SOSHNIKOV (RAC) — Rank 40
- Robert VOLYA (ATL) — Rank 56
- Shuayb THAHAMUZAMMIL (IND) — Rank 90
- Nabil HADI EL TAWIL — Rank 106
- Mihailo PETROVIC (RAC) — Rank 180
- Kaif Ahmed FATTA (FUT) — NR
- Atharv Anant Kumar JAIN — NR
Today, Saturday, February 21, 2026 — Order of Play
As of publication, the official Order of Play has not been posted. Please check the tournament page for court assignments and any late scheduling updates.
| Time (GST) | Court | Match | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | TBA | Not yet published |
For real‑time updates, visit the official tournament page.
Venue & Logistics Notes
- Surface pace favors aggressive baseliners; expect shorter rallies on quick daytime conditions.
- Official ball: Wilson Championships—consistent bounce and durability on hard courts.
- Accommodation: Radisson Blu, Al Ain (no hospitality package provided).
UAE Tennis Federation Notice
All information above is compiled from the published draws and event details. Scheduling is subject to change; always verify via the UAE Tennis Federation portal.