365 Open Sports – U12 Boys Dubai: Tournament Overview and Tuesday Order of Play (Feb 3, 2026)
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03/02/2026365 Open Sports – U12 Boys Dubai: Tournament Overview and Tuesday Order of Play (Feb 3, 2026)
Midweek update from Dubai: the U12 Boys main draw is down to four. Langdi Cao and Rafael Jurado have swept through without dropping a game in their last two rounds, while Matteo Bessone and Rayan Fassi-Fihri advanced via clutch super tie-breaks. No official U12 Boys matches are scheduled today (Tuesday, Feb 3, 2026); semifinals are set for Saturday, with the final on Sunday.
Tournament Overview
The 365 Open Sports – U12 Boys event in Dubai runs from January 30 to February 8, 2026 on hard courts. The main draw features 32 players (qualifying draw of 8), with an entry fee of AED 105. After an action-packed opening weekend, the boys' singles field has been trimmed to the semifinal stage.
- Dominant surges: Langdi CAO (TRI) and Rafael JURADO (TPS) have rolled through the Round of 16 and quarterfinals, conceding a combined two games (Cao) and none (Jurado).
- Clutch finishes: Matteo BESSONE and Rayan FASSI-FIHRI both survived super tie-breaks in the Round of 16, then raised their level in the quarters.
- Competitive balance: Super tie-breaks featured prominently in the R16, underlining the depth of the draw at U12 level.
Track draws and live updates via the official page: UAE Tennis Federation – 365 Open Sports U12 Boys.
Path to the Semifinals
| Semifinalist | Club | Round of 16 | Quarterfinal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdi CAO | TRI | def. Louis MATTHEW 6-2, 6-0 | def. Edwin TARALDSSON 6-0, 6-0 | Blistering pace and precision; two emphatic wins. |
| Rafael JURADO | TPS | def. Oliver TARALDSSON 6-0, 6-0 | def. Ahmed SOLIMAN 6-0, 6-0 | Has not dropped a game in the last two rounds. |
| Matteo BESSONE | IND | def. Bret MENEZES 5-7, 6-3, 10-7 | def. George KOZOVOY 4-6, 6-4, 10-8 | Back-to-back comebacks in super tie-breaks. |
| Rayan FASSI-FIHRI | IND | def. Leo REMI 3-6, 6-3, 10-4 | def. Zakaria SASSI 6-1, 6-1 | Found top gear in the quarters after a gritty R16. |
By the Numbers
- 0: Games conceded by Rafael Jurado over his last two matches.
- 2: Total games conceded by Langdi Cao in his last two matches.
- 3: Super tie-break deciders in the Round of 16 section of this draw.
- 4: Players remaining; all four have shown distinct winning paths—two via dominance, two via resilience.
- Consistency and first-strike tennis have been the prevailing winning patterns on hard courts.
- Players who absorbed early pressure (Bessone, Fassi-Fihri) converted late with improved depth and serve placement.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 — Order of Play
As of publication time, there is no official U12 Boys Order of Play listed for Tuesday, February 3, 2026. The tournament is in a midweek holding window before the semifinals.
| Status | Note |
|---|---|
| No U12 Boys matches scheduled | Please check the official page for any late updates: tournament link. |
Next Scheduled Matches (Semifinals)
| Day | Court | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Feb 7 | Court 7 | Start at 15:00 | Langdi CAO vs Rafael JURADO |
| Sat, Feb 7 | Court 7 | Not Before 16:30 | Matteo BESSONE vs Rayan FASSI-FIHRI |
The boys' singles final is scheduled for Sun, Feb 8 (Court 5, Start at 10:00).
Quarterfinal Results at a Glance
| Winner | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Langdi CAO | 6-0, 6-0 | Edwin TARALDSSON |
| Rafael JURADO | 6-0, 6-0 | Ahmed SOLIMAN |
| Matteo BESSONE | 4-6, 6-4, 10-8 | George KOZOVOY |
| Rayan FASSI-FIHRI | 6-1, 6-1 | Zakaria SASSI |
What to Watch
- Serve + 1 patterns: Expect short, assertive combinations from Cao and Jurado; both are dictating early.
- Momentum swings: Bessone and Fassi-Fihri have shown they can problem-solve mid-match—watch for tactical adjustments after set one.
- Return depth: On Dubai’s hard courts, deep, central returns have been decisive in setting up the first strike.
How to Follow
Live updates, draws, and any late changes to the Order of Play will be posted on the official tournament page: UAE Tennis Federation – 365 Open Sports U12 Boys.