Road to MADO B/S06 – TUSA Tennis BU12 Championships: Monday Update and Order of Play
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08/09/2025Road to MADO B/S06 – TUSA Tennis BU12 Championships: Monday Update and Order of Play
Dubai hosts a pivotal Monday at the Road to MADO B/S06 – TUSA Tennis BU12 Championships, with two quarterfinals to be decided and both semifinals set to follow. Full overview, key results, and todays projected order of play inside.
Tournament Overview
The Road to MADO B/S06 - TUSA Tennis BU12 Championships continues this week in Dubai, running from September 5 to September 14, 2025 on hard courts. This Boys12 singles event features a 32-player main draw and a 16-player qualifying draw, with winners taking home trophies. The event is part of the UAE Tennis Federations Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway, offering rising talents a platform to compete and develop. Entry fees are waived, underscoring the Federations commitment to accessibility and participation.
For draws, live updates, and regulations, visit the official tournament page: UAETennis.ae Road to MADO B/S06.
Where the Draw Stands
As of Monday, September 8, 2025, the Boys12 singles draw has reached a key juncture. Two quarterfinals are already complete, and two remain to be played today. Consequently, two semifinal spots are confirmed, while two are still to be decided.
- Into the semifinals: Akachukwu Uzokwe (C.F), Ali Al Ali (ABU).
- Quarterfinals pending today: Yezid Baccouche (THE) vs Shiva Bajaj (THE); Guillaume Dorie (PRO) vs Kamil Rtel Bennani (SMA).
Key Storylines
- Ali Al Alis dominance: The ABU representative has conceded just two games in three rounds, including a 60, 60 quarterfinal win.
- Uzokwes resilience: After a composed 64, 61 in the Round of 16, he edged a tense quarterfinal 75, 64 to book his semifinal berth.
- Club clash ahead: The THE club derby between Yezid Baccouche and Shiva Bajaj will determine who faces Uzokwe next.
- Top-ranked test: Kamil Rtel Bennani has looked sharp; he meets Guillaume Dorie for a place opposite Al Ali in the semifinals.
Results So Far (Selected)
| Round | Winner | Score | Opponent |
|---|---|---|---|
| R16 | Yezid Baccouche (THE) | 61, 62 | Ahmed Soliman (PBI) |
| R16 | Shiva Bajaj (THE) | 64, 63 | Rudra Bajaj (THE) |
| R16 | Akachukwu Uzokwe (C.F) | 64, 61 | Haru Ota (IND) |
| R16 | Paul Dorie (PRO) | 75, 75 | Rafael Jurado (EMI) |
| R16 | Ali Al Ali (ABU) | 61, 61 | Uzayr Shahid (SMA) |
| R16 | Nabil El Tawil (JTP) | 57, 76, [104] | Bret Menezes (IND) |
| R16 | Guillaume Dorie (PRO) | 63, 62 | Yusuf Mulla (365) |
| R16 | Kamil Rtel Bennani (SMA) | 61, 62 | Ayaan Abdul Kader (SMA) |
| QF | Akachukwu Uzokwe (C.F) | 75, 64 | Paul Dorie (PRO) |
| QF | Ali Al Ali (ABU) | 60, 60 | Nabil El Tawil (JTP) |
Performance Notes
- Service holds matter: Uzokwes first-serve percentage has steadied late in matches; that composure sealed his 75 opening set in the quarterfinal.
- Return pressure: Al Ali is averaging quick breaks early in sets, creating scoreboard pressure his opponents have not matched.
- Derby dynamics: Baccouche vs Bajaj features familiar practice partners; expect extended rallies and tactical depth from both.
Todays Order of Play Monday, September 8, 2025
Note: The official court assignments and exact start times are to be confirmed. Based on the draw progression, the following matches are slated to be played today:
| # | Round | Match | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quarterfinal | Yezid Baccouche (THE) vs Shiva Bajaj (THE) | To be played |
| 2 | Quarterfinal | Guillaume Dorie (PRO) vs Kamil Rtel Bennani (SMA) | To be played |
| 3 | Semifinal | Akachukwu Uzokwe (C.F) vs Winner of Baccouche/Bajaj | To follow |
| 4 | Semifinal | Ali Al Ali (ABU) vs Winner of Dorie/Rtel Bennani | To follow |
What to Watch
- Baseline chess: BaccoucheBajaj could hinge on depth and shot selection in longer exchanges.
- Transition tennis: DorieRtel Bennani may be decided by who finishes points at the net more efficiently.
- Momentum management: The semifinalists awaiting opponents must warm up smartly to avoid slow starts.
Stay tuned to UAETennis.ae and on-site postings for court allocations and start times as they are released.