Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City GU14: Semifinals Set for Monday in Abu Dhabi
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20/10/2025Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City GU14: Semifinals Set for Monday in Abu Dhabi
UAE Tennis Federation analysis of the GU14 event at Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi. After a dominant quarterfinal day, Monday, October 20, 2025 brings the semifinals: Mayar Rahal vs Yashvii Bhatia and Marleni Exner vs Uchechukwu Uzokwe. Order of Play and storylines inside.
Tournament Overview
Event: Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City GU14 (Girls U14)
City: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dates: 17–26 October 2025
Surface: Hard
Main Draw: 16 | Qualifying: 8
Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: Yes
The Zayed Sports City hard courts have rewarded first‑strike tennis and consistent depth through the opening weekend. With quarterfinals completed on Sunday, the Girls’ U14 draw advances to a compelling semifinal slate on Monday.
Weekend Recap: R16 to Quarterfinals
After walkovers and a mid‑match retirement trimmed the field, four players separated themselves with emphatic wins and poised shot selection.
Key Quarterfinal Results
| Winner | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Mayar Rahal (IND) | 6‑0, 6‑0 | Deshna ANAND (SPO) |
| Yashvii BHATIA (IND) | 6‑2, 6‑4 | Chinemerem UZOKWE (C.F) |
| Marleni EXNER (TPS) | 6‑3, Ret. | Aiza MEHDI (ZAY) |
| Uchechukwu UZOKWE (C.F) | 6‑1, 6‑1 | Avantika TIWARI (365) |
Notable Round-of-16 Moments
- Thalia ANASTAS withdrew, sending Chinemerem UZOKWE through via walkover.
- Alkistis Panoutsou retired while leading 6‑1, 0‑1 against Aiza MEHDI, with MEHDI advancing to the QF before later retiring there.
- Uchechukwu UZOKWE opened with a 6‑0, 6‑0 win, signaling the authoritative baseline form she carried into the last eight.
Form Guide Heading into Monday
- Mayar Rahal (IND): Yet to drop a game in the main draw action she has played this week (6‑0, 6‑0 in QF).
- Yashvii BHATIA (IND): Efficient progression with a straight‑sets QF, showing reliable serving patterns in key moments.
- Marleni EXNER (TPS): Came through after a competitive first set against Aiza MEHDI before a retirement; should be fresher physically.
- Uchechukwu UZOKWE (C.F): Only two games lost in the QF (6‑1, 6‑1) after a R16 double‑bagel; high‑percentage first‑ball aggression.
Today’s Order of Play — Monday, October 20, 2025
Venue: Zayed Sports City Tennis Courts, Abu Dhabi
Note: Times and courts are subject to confirmation on site; please check the live schedule link below.
| Time | Court | Round | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBC | TBC | Semifinal | Mayar Rahal (IND) vs Yashvii BHATIA (IND) |
| TBC | TBC | Semifinal | Marleni EXNER (TPS) vs Uchechukwu UZOKWE (C.F) |
For the official, real‑time Order of Play, visit: UAE Tennis Federation Tournament Page.
What to Watch
- Baseline First‑Strike vs. Depth: Rahal’s front‑foot patterns meet Bhatia’s measured, heavy depth in a clash of tempo control.
- Serving Windows: Uzokwe’s recent scorelines suggest early breaks; Exner’s return positioning could be decisive in neutralizing first balls.
- Hard‑Court Footwork: Abu Dhabi’s hard courts reward clean movement and recovery steps; expect short, assertive exchanges to set the tone.
How to Follow
Match scores and any schedule updates will be posted to the official page: uaetennis.ae. All times local (GMT+4).