U14 Girls at Rackets Academy: Semifinal Thursday Preview and Order of Play
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02/10/2025U14 Girls at Rackets Academy: Semifinal Thursday Preview and Order of Play
As the U14 Girls event at Rackets Academy in Dubai enters its decisive phase, four semifinalists remain after a compelling run of matches. Here is the tournament overview and Thursday, October 2, 2025, order of play with form notes and key storylines.
Tournament Overview
The U14 Girls at Rackets Academy in Dubai has progressed into the semifinal stage on the hard courts, showcasing disciplined baseline play and confident first‑strike tennis. Running from September 26 to October 5, 2025, the event features a Main Draw of 16 and an 8‑player qualifying bracket under the UAE Tennis Federation pathway for junior development.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Venue | Rackets Academy, Dubai |
| Surface | Hard |
| Category | Girls U14 (Singles) |
| Main Draw Size | 16 |
| Qualifying Draw Size | 8 |
| Dates | 26 Sep – 05 Oct 2025 |
| Official Link | Tournament Page |
Draw Status Through Quarterfinals
The quarterfinals finalized a quality semifinal line-up, with one dramatic match tie-break and several efficient straight-set wins.
- Yashvii Bhatia def. Adel Faller, 6-3, 6-3.
- Sofiia Pozhydaieva def. Elif Sacli, 3-6, 6-4, [15-13].
- Jaanya Bhandari def. Avantika Joshi, 6-2, 6-1.
- Lana Mohsen def. Zaynah Athar, 6-4, 6-1.
Notable Round of 16 notes: two early endings shaped the bottom half—Zaynah Athar advanced by walkover, while Lana Mohsen moved on after her opponent retired at 3-2 in the opening set.
Semifinal Line-up and Path
| Semifinal | Player | R16 | QF |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF 1 | Yashvii Bhatia (Rank 14) | def. Kaavya Siddharth, 6-1, 6-2 | def. Adel Faller, 6-3, 6-3 |
| Sofiia Pozhydaieva (Rank 65) | def. Chinemerem Uzokwe, 6-1, 6-2 | def. Elif Sacli, 3-6, 6-4, [15-13] | |
| SF 2 | Jaanya Bhandari (Rank 84) | def. Alkistis Panoutsou, 6-4, 6-2 | def. Avantika Joshi, 6-2, 6-1 |
| Lana Mohsen (Rank 39) | def. Marleni Exner, 3-2, ret. | def. Zaynah Athar, 6-4, 6-1 |
Today — Thursday, October 2, 2025: Order of Play
Note: Times are listed as TBD and remain subject to the on-site referee’s confirmation. Matches may be moved due to court availability.
| Court | Start | Round | Match | Players |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court 1 | TBD | Semifinal | SF 1 | Yashvii Bhatia vs Sofiia Pozhydaieva |
| Court 2 | TBD | Semifinal | SF 2 | Jaanya Bhandari vs Lana Mohsen |
Semifinal Previews
SF 1 — Yashvii Bhatia vs Sofiia Pozhydaieva
Bhatia arrives without dropping a set, backing up clean hitting with reliable depth on the backhand wing. Pozhydaieva showed resilience in a marathon match tie-break, which could sharpen her competitive edge late in sets. The first-strike battle on return games may decide momentum early.
SF 2 — Jaanya Bhandari vs Lana Mohsen
Bhandari has cruised with convincing scorelines and consistent first-serve placement. Mohsen benefited from a short R16 and turned that freshness into an assertive quarterfinal. Expect dynamic patterns: Bhandari’s tempo control versus Mohsen’s aggressive forehand finishing.
Key Trends and Talking Points
- Form line: Three of four quarterfinals ended in straight sets; one decided by a tight match tie-break.
- Composure under pressure: Pozhydaieva’s 15-13 decider highlights clutch play in extended rallies.
- Clean scorelines: Bhandari and Bhatia have yet to be pushed to a third set this week.
- Physical freshness: Mohsen’s lighter R16 workload could matter late in the day.
What to Watch
- Early break opportunities; both semifinals feature strong returners.
- Backhand cross-court exchanges, a recurring pattern on Rackets Academy’s hard courts.
- Second-serve aggression in big points, especially after 4-4.
Player and Parent Note
All scheduling remains subject to change. Please verify updates on the official tournament page and on-site noticeboards. Players should check in with the referee 30 minutes prior to their match.
Follow Live and Results
For draws, results, and any late schedule adjustments, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament hub.