UAE Tennis Federation: ONS JABEUR TENNIS ACADEMY BOYS 16 — Friday Quarterfinal Preview and Order of Play

Tournament Overview

Event: ONS JABEUR TENNIS ACADEMY BOYS 16
Location: Dubai, UAE
Dates: June 12–21, 2026
Surface: Hard
Main Draw Size: 32 | Qualifying Draw Size: 8
Age Group: Boys 16
Entry Fee: 185

With the field narrowed to eight, Friday in Dubai ushers in a pivotal day. Matches have unfolded at pace, and the hard courts have rewarded first‑strike tennis and disciplined baseline patterns. For official draws and live updates, visit the tournament page.

Path to the Quarterfinals

Round of 16 highlights set the tone for a compelling Friday. Notable results included emphatic straight‑set wins, clutch super‑tiebreak composure, and a pair of walkovers that reshaped the bracket.

• Kareem Zeineldin def. Aditya Mishra 6–2, 6–0 — a statement win built on clean serving and depth.
• Reyansh Mishra advanced via walkover (vs. Rayaan Shroff) — fresher legs heading into Friday.
• Radin Kafili def. Siddharth Sagar 4–6, 6–4, 11–9 — edged a tense match tiebreak with fearless finishing.
• Rashid Aljesmi def. Anay Hiremath 6–0, 6–0 — ruthless tempo and accuracy.
• Omar Yousry def. Adnan Mroueh 4–6, 6–1, 10–5 — recovered superbly after dropping the first set.
• Lazzaro Pency John Dioses def. Selim Allam 6–1, 6–1 — controlled the baseline from first ball.
• Viaan Shetty advanced via walkover (vs. Yash Thomas) — minimal miles on court so far.
• Lorenzo Minuti def. Akachukwu Uzokwe 6–3, 6–4 — compact, efficient execution under pressure.

Today’s Order of Play — Friday, June 19, 2026

Note: The official schedule, court assignments, and exact start times are confirmed on site and may be updated throughout the day. Please refer to the live tournament page and the referee’s desk for real‑time information.

Quarterfinal Match Insights

Kareem Zeineldin vs Reyansh Mishra

Zeineldin’s 6–2, 6–0 rhythm in the Round of 16 signals confidence on the first strike. Mishra arrives with conserved energy after a walkover. Expect baseline exchanges where Zeineldin tries to compress time off the return, while Mishra seeks to extend rallies and draw errors.

Radin Kafili vs Rashid Aljesmi

Kafili survived an 11–9 match tiebreak, showing clutch resilience. Aljesmi’s double‑bagel win underlines form and focus. The key hinge will be second‑serve protection; if Aljesmi maintains scoreboard pressure early, Kafili must adjust patterns to break his rhythm.

Omar Yousry vs Lazzaro Pency John Dioses

Yousry flipped his last match with a forceful 6–1, 10–5 finish. Dioses looked sharp in a 6–1, 6–1 display. Look for Yousry to vary height and pace, while Dioses aims to step inside the baseline and dictate with depth to the corners.

Viaan Shetty vs Lorenzo Minuti

Shetty enters fresh after a walkover; Minuti arrives battle‑ready after a straight‑sets win. If conditions quicken, Minuti’s compact backhand may draw short replies, but Shetty can counter if he establishes a dominant first‑serve percentage and early forehand aggression.

Key Storylines to Watch

1. Momentum vs freshness: players who advanced via walkovers face opponents with recent, winning reps.
2. Deciding‑set nerve: match tiebreaks (to 10) have already decided tight contests and could do so again.
3. Local surge: Rashid Aljesmi’s authoritative form puts a home favourite within reach of the weekend.

Competition Notes

• Observed format includes a match tiebreak to 10 points in lieu of a full third set.
• Walkovers (W.O.) have influenced rest patterns; check on‑site boards for any late updates.
• Hydration and heat management remain essential in Dubai’s summer conditions.

What’s Next

Semifinals are slated for Saturday, June 20, with the final on Sunday, June 21, subject to official scheduling. For confirmed times and courts, follow the UAE Tennis Federation event page.