Monday Semifinal Preview: JTP Tennis Academy BU12 - Abu Dhabi

Tournament Overview

Monday, February 23, 2026 — The JTP Tennis Academy BU12 - Abu Dhabi continues to deliver decisive performances on the hard courts as the main draw reaches the semifinal stage. This Boys’ U12 event runs from February 20 to March 1, 2026 in Abu Dhabi. For live updates, consult the official tournament page.

• City: Abu Dhabi
• Dates: 20 Feb – 1 Mar 2026
• Age Group: Boys’ 12 (U12)
• Surface: Hard
• Main Draw Size: 16
• Qualifying Draw Size: 8
• Entry Fee: 125

Main Draw: Round of 16 Recap

The opening round mixed commanding straight-set wins with several walkovers, quickly shaping a competitive quarterfinal lineup.

Quarterfinals Recap

Powerful baseline play and clean serving defined the top half, while the bottom half produced an all-JTP semifinal after a tight tiebreak and a walkover.

Semifinal Outlook

Four distinct styles converge today in Abu Dhabi, with contrasting dynamics between the two halves of the draw.

Top Half: Akachukwu UZOKWE (C.F) vs Agastya SINGH (IND)

UZOKWE has conceded only two games on court this week, riding first-strike returns and compact forehands. Agastya SINGH owns the round’s most proven resilience after edging a tight quarterfinal, mixing depth with counterpunching to turn defense into offense.

Keys to the Match

For UZOKWE

• Protect early leads with high first-serve percentage.
• Keep return aggression on second serves to shorten rallies.
• Use body serves to blunt SINGH’s rhythm on key points.

For A. SINGH

• Stretch rallies to test UZOKWE’s shot tolerance beyond three balls.
• Target backhand patterns crosscourt before changing down the line.
• Capitalize on short forehands; avoid mid-court exchanges on UZOKWE’s terms.

Bottom Half: Diogo LYNCE (JTP) vs Daniel MATIS (JTP)

An all-JTP semifinal spotlights academy familiarity. D. LYNCE comes in fresh after a walkover; MATIS arrives battle-hardened from a tiebreak finish. Expect margins to be decided by serve plus-one precision and return depth.

Keys to the Match

For D. LYNCE

• Start fast to offset match-rhythm gap from the walkover.
• Lean on wide serve patterns to open the forehand.
• Take time away on ROS against MATIS’s first ball.

For MATIS

• Extend neutral rallies and test LYNCE’s patience through the middle.
• Apply pressure on second-serve points; step inside the baseline.
• Repeat the successful QF pattern: deep, heavy crosscourt, then change direction sparingly.

By the Numbers

• Main draw size: 16
• Matches completed: 12 (R16 + QF)
• Remaining: 3 (2 semifinals, 1 final)
• Walkovers: 4 total (3 in R16, 1 in QF)
• Deciding-set matches so far: 0 — every on-court win has been in straight sets.
• Academy note: Bottom half is an all-JTP showdown.

Today’s Order of Play — Monday, February 23, 2026

As of publication, the official order of play has not been posted. The following matchups are scheduled for today; court assignments and times are TBA. Please check the tournament page for confirmations and updates.

Note: Times and courts are subject to change by the referee team.

What to Watch

1. First-strike efficiency in the top-half semifinal — can UZOKWE maintain his dominant hold/return numbers?
2. Return depth in the all-JTP clash — who controls the first neutral ball?
3. Tiebreak readiness — with margins tightening, clutch-point patterns could decide the finalists.

Logistics and Follow-Up

Coaches and families should monitor the official portal for court calls and any weather or scheduling advisories. Post-match statistics and the final draw sheet will be published immediately after results are verified.

Semifinalist Pathways (Snapshot)