Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City GU14: Tuesday Semifinal Focus and Order of Play
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21/10/2025Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City GU14: Tuesday Semifinal Focus and Order of Play
From a clean sweep of quarterfinals to a high-calibre semifinal cast, the Girls’ U14 draw in Abu Dhabi enters a decisive Tuesday. Here is the tournament overview, key storylines, and today’s Order of Play.
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 players
Qualifying: 8 players
Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: Yes
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age Group | Girls U14 |
| Venue | Zayed Sports City |
| Entry Fee | Free |
| Official Link | Tournament Page |
Where the Draw Stands
The Girls’ U14 main draw has progressed cleanly to the semifinals after a mix of emphatic wins, retirements, and byes in the early rounds. Quarterfinal results confirmed a high-quality last four, led by top-ranked contenders and in-form risers.
- Mayar Rahal (Rank 2) def. Deshna Anand (Rank 9) – 6-0, 6-0
- Yashvii Bhatia (Rank 8) def. Chinemerem Uzokwe (Rank 11) – 6-2, 6-4
- Marleni Exner (Rank 7) def. Aiza Mehdi (Rank 30) – 6-3, Ret.
- Uchechukwu Uzokwe (Rank 22) def. Avantika Tiwari (Rank 5) – 6-1, 6-1
Tuesday’s Semifinal Line-Up
| Semifinal | Players | Form so far | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF1 | Mayar Rahal vs Yashvii Bhatia | Rahal: 6-0 6-0 in QF; Bhatia: 6-2 6-4 in QF | Power vs. balance; both advanced via R16 byes |
| SF2 | Marleni Exner vs Uchechukwu Uzokwe | Exner: 6-3 Ret. in QF; Uzokwe: 6-0 6-0, 6-1 6-1 | Uzokwe’s dominant numbers vs. Exner’s efficient progression |
Stat Pack (through Quarterfinals)
| Player | Sets W–L | Games W–L | Path |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayar Rahal | 2–0 | 12–0 | R16 Bye; QF def. Anand 6-0 6-0 |
| Yashvii Bhatia | 2–0 | 12–6 | R16 Bye; QF def. C. Uzokwe 6-2 6-4 |
| Marleni Exner | 1–0 (+Ret.) | 6–3 | R16 Bye; QF def. Mehdi 6-3 Ret. |
| Uchechukwu Uzokwe | 4–0 | 24–2 | R16 def. Corvellec 6-0 6-0; QF def. Tiwari 6-1 6-1 |
Today’s Order of Play – Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Note: Official court assignments and times for the Girls’ U14 semifinals are pending publication as of Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Please check the live portal for updates.
| Round | Match | Court | Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semifinal | Mayar Rahal vs Yashvii Bhatia | TBD | TBD | To be published |
| Semifinal | Marleni Exner vs Uchechukwu Uzokwe | TBD | TBD | To be published |
Follow live scheduling and scores here: UAE Tennis Federation – Official Tournament Page.
Keys to the Semis
- First-strike tennis: Rahal’s 12–0 games in QF signal aggressive intent; Bhatia must neutralize early patterns.
- Scoreboard pressure: Uzokwe’s cumulative 24–2 games creates psychological weight; Exner’s efficiency will need timely holds.
- Physical management: With retirements featuring in the quarterfinals, fresh legs and recovery protocols could be decisive.
Analyst’s Take
The top half pits two proven ball-strikers with contrasting routes—Rahal’s pristine QF and Bhatia’s sturdy control. On the bottom half, Uzokwe’s dominance meets Exner’s composure. Expect compact, high-intensity points on the Zayed Sports City hard courts, with serves and first-ball depth setting the tone.
How to Follow
- Live schedule and results: Event Hub
- Venue updates from Zayed Sports City and the UAE Tennis Federation channels.