JTP Tennis Academy BU14 Abu Dhabi — Monday Semifinal Spotlight (June 1, 2026)
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01/06/2026JTP Tennis Academy BU14 Abu Dhabi — Monday Semifinal Spotlight (June 1, 2026)
Semifinal day at the JTP Tennis Academy BU14 in Abu Dhabi features Haris Ashour vs Yezid Baccouche and Yousef Ashour vs Alec Larrouilh. Get the tournament overview, key storylines, and today’s provisional order of play for Monday, June 1, 2026.
Tournament Overview
The JTP Tennis Academy - BU14 - Abu Dhabi event is in full swing in Abu Dhabi, running from May 29 to June 7, 2026 on hard courts. The boys 14-and-under main draw features 16 players, with 8 in qualifying. Today, Monday, June 1, 2026, the spotlight turns to the singles semifinals.
- Age Group: Boys 14 (BU14)
- Main Draw Size: 16 | Qualifying: 8
- Surface: Hard
- City: Abu Dhabi
- Dates: May 29 June 7, 2026
- Entry Fee: AED 125
Official page: uaetennis.ae/tournament/386190d1-e6c3-4dea-9e36-e1ca02cf926c
Week-So-Far Highlights
The opening rounds delivered a mix of commanding wins and tight finishes. Haris Ashour (SUP), the top-ranked entrant, cruised after an initial bye and then posted a flawless 6-0, 6-0 in the quarterfinals. Yezid Baccouche (IND) showed resilience, edging Omar Yousry (IND) in a match tiebreak in the Round of 16 before accelerating in the quarters. Yousef Ashour (SUP) displayed clutch play in the key moments, while Alec Larrouilh (JTP) held off teammate Airu Nagata (JTP) in two tight sets. There were also a couple of walkovers that reshaped the R16 lineup.
Quarterfinal Results
| Match | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Haris Ashour (SUP) def Muhammad Aahil Adnan (JTP) | 6-0, 6-0 | Statement win by Ashour |
| Yezid Baccouche (IND) def Gabriel Michel (JTP) | 6-2, 6-1 | Clean baseline performance |
| Yousef Ashour (SUP) def Reyansh Mishra (IND) | 7-5, 7-5 | Won the key points late in sets |
| Alec Larrouilh (JTP) def Airu Nagata (JTP) | 7-6(4), 7-5 | All-JTP duel decided by fine margins |
Semifinal Line-up
- Haris Ashour (SUP) vs Yezid Baccouche (IND)
- Yousef Ashour (SUP) vs Alec Larrouilh (JTP)
Today, Monday, June 1, 2026 Order of Play
As of publication, the official Order of Play has not been posted on the tournament board. Based on the completed quarterfinals, the following expected schedule (subject to the referees confirmation) features the two singles semifinals:
| Court | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Centre Court | TBD | Haris Ashour (SUP) vs Yezid Baccouche (IND) Singles Semifinal |
| Court 1 | TBD | Yousef Ashour (SUP) vs Alec Larrouilh (JTP) Singles Semifinal |
Players and spectators should confirm court assignments and start times on site or via the official tournament page.
Players to Watch
- Haris Ashour (SUP): The top-ranked entrant has yet to be pushed; his pace and depth are dictating rallies.
- Yezid Baccouche (IND): Demonstrated mental toughness with a 10-point match tiebreak win in R16, then raised his level in the quarters.
- Yousef Ashour (SUP): Managed score-board pressure expertly in a pair of 7-5 sets and looks composed in longer exchanges.
- Alec Larrouilh (JTP): Crisp returning and patient point construction proved decisive vs Nagata; dangerous in tight sets.
Numbers at a Glance
| Main Draw | 16 |
| Qualifying | 8 |
| Surface | Hard |
| Age Group | Boys 14 |
| Dates | May 29 June 7, 2026 |
| City | Abu Dhabi |
Notes
- Event scoring uses a match tiebreak to 10 in lieu of a full third set in some rounds, as seen in Yezid Baccouche vs Omar Yousry (106 in the decider).
- Order of Play is subject to change; consult on-site postings and the official listing for real-time updates.