Day 2 Preview: 365 Open Sports – U12 Boys Main Draw Ignites in Dubai
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10/01/2026Day 2 Preview: 365 Open Sports – U12 Boys Main Draw Ignites in Dubai
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter previews Saturday action at the 365 Open Sports – U12 Boys in Dubai. Tournament overview and the full Order of Play for Saturday, January 10, 2026, with key matchups and first‑round byes.
Tournament Overview
The 365 Open Sports – U12 Boys tournament serves up a full week of junior tennis in Dubai from January 9–18, 2026. Staged on hard courts, the event features a 32-player Main Draw and an 8-player Qualifying Draw for the Boys 12 & Under age category. Entry fee: AED 105. For draws, updates, and live scheduling, visit the official page: Tournament Link.
What to Watch on Saturday, January 10, 2026
Day 2 brings a packed Round of 32 slate as contenders position themselves for the Round of 16. Several highly ranked entrants are on court today, while a handful advance via first‑round byes. Expect contrasting styles—big first strikes from academy standouts and measured baseline patterns from developing tacticians.
Key Storylines
- Club clashes: Notable showdowns feature academy neighbors, including 365, PBI, C.F, and RAC athletes.
- Brothers in the draw: The Taraldsson duo both feature today, offering a compelling subplot.
- Ranking watch: Ranked entrants such as Akachukwu Uzokwe (No. 5), Rayan Fassi‑Fihri (No. 13), and Edwin Taraldsson (No. 22) headline the week.
Round of 32 Highlights
- Brian Pang (365) vs Ahmed Soliman (PBI) — aggressive baselining vs all‑court adaptability.
- George Kozovoy (IND) vs Daniil Chemodanov (TOP) — structured patterns and depth control on hard courts.
- Maksim Sidorov (365) vs Gabriele Ocone (PBI) — tempo setting and first‑serve placement will be key.
- Edwin Taraldsson (IND) vs Eric Topliceanu (IND) — clean ball striking on both wings.
- Oliver Taraldsson (C.F) vs Jaswanth Reddy Palagiri (IND) — forehand exchanges likely to decide the balance.
Players with First‑Round Byes
The following players advance directly to the Round of 16:
- Akachukwu Uzokwe (C.F)
- Aryen Chandnani (TRI)
- Bret Menezes (IND)
- Adam Wild Ali (RAC)
- Rayan Fassi‑Fihri (IND)
Order of Play — Saturday, January 10, 2026
Match times are to be confirmed on site. Please check the official link for real‑time updates: uaetennis.ae.
| Court | Match | Round |
|---|---|---|
| Court 3 | Maksim SIDOROV (365) vs Gabriele OCONE (PBI) | R32 |
| Court 3 | George KOZOVOY (IND) vs Daniil CHEMODANOV (TOP) | R32 |
| Court 3 | Sebastian SONDERBY (PBI) vs Nelson HOUSTON (IND) | R32 |
| Court 4 | Oliver TARALDSSON (C.F) vs Jaswanth reddy PALAGIRI (IND) | R32 |
| Court 4 | Edwin TARALDSSON (IND) vs Eric TOPLICEANU (IND) | R32 |
| Court 4 | Xiaodong HUANG (C.F) vs Kayan HMAYSSI (IND) | R32 |
| Court 5 | Maizer SHAIKHOV (C.F) vs Jean SALAME (ALH) | R32 |
| Court 5 | Adam BOBAN (IND) vs Gregory COHEN (IND) | R32 |
| Court 5 | Brian PANG (365) vs Ahmed SOLIMAN (PBI) | R32 |
| Court 6 | Filippos platon NIKOLAKIS (IND) vs Aymen MESSAADI (IND) | R32 |
| Court 6 | Uzayr SHAHID (SMA) vs Amin SHAZALI (IND) | R32 |
Path to the Round of 16
Winners from today’s Round of 32 will join the players with byes in the Round of 16. Expect tighter margins as serve placement and early forehand aggression become decisive on Dubai’s hard courts.
Follow Live
For live updates, court assignments, and any schedule changes, follow the official tournament page: uaetennis.ae.