Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports U14 Girls (Dubai): Wednesday Semifinal Analysis and Order of Play
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24/09/2025Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports U14 Girls (Dubai): Wednesday Semifinal Analysis and Order of Play
Day 6 in Dubai brings the singles semifinals as Jaanya BHANDARI, Marleni EXNER, Nour Ben Mlouka, and Avantika TIWARI vie for a place in the Road to MADO final.
Tournament Overview
The Road to MADO B/S07 – 365 Open Sports – U14 Girls event in Dubai runs from September 19 to 28, 2025 on hard courts. The singles main draw features 16 players (with an 8-player qualifying field). As part of the UAE Tennis Federation’s pathway, this tournament contributes to the Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open (MADO) series, offering rising U14 talents vital competitive opportunities and ranking momentum.
Today is Wednesday, September 24, 2025 (Day 6), and the spotlight shifts to the semifinals.
Draw Progress and Key Results
Four players remain after a decisive quarterfinal round: Jaanya BHANDARI, Marleni EXNER, Nour Ben Mlouka, and Avantika TIWARI.
Quarterfinal Results
| Match | Winner | Runner-up | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QF1 | Jaanya BHANDARI | Sophie HIMMELREICH | 6-4, 6-3 | Clean striking in key moments |
| QF2 | Marleni EXNER | Lana MOHSEN | 6-3, 6-1 | Controlled baseline pressure |
| QF3 | Nour Ben Mlouka | Yashvii BHATIA | 6-4, 3-6, [15-13] | Deciding match tiebreak thriller |
| QF4 | Avantika TIWARI | Saira BHUPATHI | 6-3, Ret. | Advanced after opponent retired |
Round of 16 Highlights
- BHANDARI and EXNER posted commanding straight-set wins.
- HIMMELREICH, BHANDARI, EXNER, BHUPATHI, and TIWARI were among the players to win in two sets; three matches were decided by walkover.
Statistical Snapshot
- 7 of 8 completed matches (excluding retirements and walkovers) have ended in straight sets.
- The four semifinalists have dropped only one set combined en route to today (Ben Mlouka in QF).
- QF epic: Ben Mlouka edged BHATIA [15-13] in a deciding match tiebreak.
- Notable upset on paper: BHANDARI defeated higher-ranked HIMMELREICH in straight sets.
Today’s Order of Play — Wednesday, September 24, 2025
| # | Round | Match | Time | Court |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Semifinal | Jaanya BHANDARI vs Marleni EXNER | TBA | TBA |
| 2 | Semifinal | Nour Ben Mlouka vs Avantika TIWARI | TBA | TBA |
Note: Times and court assignments are subject to on-site updates. Please check the official page for live scheduling.
Semifinal Match Notes
BHANDARI vs EXNER
- Form: Both arrive without dropping a set this week in played matches.
- BHANDARI upset HIMMELREICH in the QF with composed baseline patterns and timely first serves.
- EXNER has been efficient on return, converting pressure games early to control scoreboards.
Ben Mlouka vs TIWARI
- Form: Ben Mlouka survived a high-stress QF deciding tiebreak; TIWARI advanced after winning the first set and then via retirement.
- Tactical lens: Expect Ben Mlouka to attack short balls and finish at net, while TIWARI’s depth and rally tolerance could stretch exchanges.
Path to the Semifinals
- Jaanya BHANDARI: def. Pakhi SHAH 6-0, 6-0 (R16); def. Sophie HIMMELREICH 6-4, 6-3 (QF).
- Marleni EXNER: def. Goonj MATHUR 6-2, 6-4 (R16); def. Lana MOHSEN 6-3, 6-1 (QF).
- Nour Ben Mlouka: W.O. over Chinemerem UZOKWE (R16); def. Yashvii BHATIA 6-4, 3-6, [15-13] (QF).
- Avantika TIWARI: def. Riddhi SENGAR 7-6, 6-3 (R16); led 6-3 vs Saira BHUPATHI before opponent retired (QF).
What Comes Next
The winners of today’s semifinals will contest the championship match later this week at 365 Open Sports, with valuable Road to MADO implications on the line.
How to Follow
For live updates, draws, and any scheduling changes, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament page.