Road to MADO A/S4 – 10th Al Habtoor Tennis Cup GU14: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Daily Briefing
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25/11/2025Road to MADO A/S4 – 10th Al Habtoor Tennis Cup GU14: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Daily Briefing
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter: Tournament overview, early-round highlights, and the Round of 16 order of play for Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in Dubai.
Tournament Overview
Road To MADO A/S4 - 10th Al Habtoor Tennis Cup - GU14 continues in Dubai, bringing together a talented Girls Under 14 field on outdoor hard courts. This event is part of the Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway, giving rising juniors a competitive platform and valuable experience.
| City | Dubai, UAE |
| Dates | November 21–30, 2025 |
| Category | Girls U14 |
| Surface | Hard |
| Main Draw Size | 32 |
| Official Ball | Wilson US Open |
| Entry Fee | AED 150 |
| Prize Money | Vouchers |
| Series | Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open |
| Tournament Link | Official page |
State of the Draw after Opening Rounds
The Round of 32 featured a mix of emphatic wins and a cluster of walkovers that streamlined the draw. Several contenders posted statement victories to book their places in today’s Round of 16.
- Isabelle James (BUL) def. Uchechukwu Uzokwe 6-0, 6-0.
- Karla Van Wyk def. Nora Franulovic 6-1, 6-0.
- Elina Baichorova def. Alya Orucoglu 6-1, 6-0.
- Cyrine Maazoun def. Asanti Brook 6-2, 6-1.
- Ailin Turdieva def. Berna Gulsoy 6-0, 6-0.
- Mayar Rahal def. Enya Velik 6-0, 6-0.
- Advanced by walkover: Elif Sacli, Pakhi Shah, Ellen McDowall, Avantika Tiwari, Nour Ben Mlouka (ITA), Marleni Exner, Cleopatra Carnes, Alkistis Panoutsou (GRE), Yashvii Bhatia.
Contenders to Watch
- Isabelle James (Bulgaria) has looked sharp, conceding no games in her opener; a reliable first-strike game makes her a title threat.
- Mayar Rahal matched that dominance and enters the R16 with momentum and clean scorelines.
- Nour Ben Mlouka (Italy) progressed and now faces a form player in Elina Baichorova in one of the day’s marquee tests.
- Ailin Turdieva powered through her first match and draws Rahal in a high-quality clash of styles.
- Karla Van Wyk posted a comprehensive win and meets clubmate Avantika Tiwari in a 365 derby with fine margins.
Order of Play — Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Round of 16
Note: Court assignments and exact start times are to be confirmed by the referee. Please check the official page for live updates. All times local (GST).
| No. | Match | Round | Court | Time (GST) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isabelle James (HPT, BUL) vs Elif Sacli (IND) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
| 2 | Pakhi Shah (TOP) vs Ellen McDowall (EMI) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
| 3 | Avantika Tiwari (365) vs Karla Van Wyk (365) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
| 4 | Elina Baichorova (EMI) vs Nour Ben Mlouka (THE, ITA) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
| 5 | Marleni Exner (TPS) vs Cyrine Maazoun (IND) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
| 6 | Cleopatra Carnes (ZAY) vs Alkistis Panoutsou (GRE) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
| 7 | Yashvii Bhatia (IND) vs Evelina Nurlaeva (C.F) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
| 8 | Ailin Turdieva (PBI) vs Mayar Rahal (IND) | R16 | TBA | TBA |
What to Watch Today
- Baichorova vs Ben Mlouka: First-strike power against counter-punching poise; depth on the return could decide it.
- Tiwari vs Van Wyk: Clubmates collide; patterns and pace tolerance will be pivotal in long exchanges.
- Turdieva vs Rahal: Baseline consistency meets shotmaking; the first-serve percentage may swing momentum.
Player and Spectator Notes
- Official ball: Wilson US Open.
- Please verify updates and any weather-related adjustments via the UAE TF tournament page.
- Scheduling remains at the referee’s discretion; matches are subject to change.
For live scoring, draws, and daily notices, visit the official tournament hub.