Road to MADO B/S01 – U14 Girls Rackets Academy: Saturday Focus and Schedule Watch in Dubai

Road to MADO B/S01 – U14 Girls Rackets Academy: Saturday Focus and Schedule Watch in Dubai
From February 27 to March 8 in Dubai, the Road to MADO B/S01 – U14 Girls Rackets Academy edges toward its climax. On Saturday, March 7, 2026, we spotlight key contenders and the pending Order of Play as the field races for precious Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open points on hard courts.
Tournament Overview
The Road to MADO B/S01 – U14 Girls Rackets Academy is entering its decisive weekend in Dubai. Staged on hard courts from February 27 to March 8, 2026, this non-team U14 Girls event forms part of the UAE Tennis Federation's Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway, where every round won strengthens a player’s standing in the season narrative.
| City | Dubai |
| Dates | Feb 27 – Mar 8, 2026 |
| Surface | Hard |
| Main Draw Size | 32 |
| Qualifying Draw Size | 8 |
| Age Group | U14 Girls |
| Entry Fee | 125 |
| Road to MADO | Yes |
Draw Context and Contenders
The Main Draw opened with 32 slots. Notably, Mayar Rahal received a first-round bye and appears in the Round of 16 bracket awaiting an opponent. Elsewhere, first-round pairings featured a balanced mix of power baseliners and all-court games, setting up an open race toward the final weekend.
Selected Round of 32 Pairings
- Enya Velik vs Asanti Brook
- Amira Noelle Bendillo vs Hibah Ahmed Ali
- Melissa Tatlieva vs Uchechukwu Uzokwe
- Nour Ben Mlouka vs Riyanshi Khandelwal
- Una Milovanovic vs Maya Kanbargimath
- Maithili Surve vs Antonina Tronina
- Diana Foltova vs Chinemerem Uzokwe
- Miraaya Thimaya vs Annabel Alnasser
- Elizaveta Korobova vs Pakhi Shah
- Sofiia Pozhydaieva vs Isavella Marina Nikolagi
- Aarna Sukhramani vs Marleni Exner
- Cleopatra Carnes vs Emilia Balkanyi
- Saira Bhupathi vs Dilay Yerdelen
- Elif Sacli vs Yasmine Iraqi
- Adel Faller vs Yashvii Bhatia
Among the higher-ranked entrants in the field are Mayar Rahal, Uchechukwu Uzokwe, Nour Ben Mlouka, Yashvii Bhatia, Marleni Exner, and Elizaveta Korobova. Their form across quicker hard courts, plus match-load management deep into the week, will be decisive.
Today’s Order of Play — Saturday, March 7, 2026
As of publication, the official Order of Play for Saturday is pending confirmation from the on-site referee. The program below reflects current status and will be updated once the schedule is released. For live updates, visit the official tournament page: UAE Tennis Federation — Tournament Hub.
| Court | Session | Match | Round | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court 1 | TBC | To be announced | TBD | Awaiting publication |
| Court 2 | TBC | To be announced | TBD | Awaiting publication |
| Court 3 | TBC | To be announced | TBD | Awaiting publication |
| Court 4 | TBC | To be announced | TBD | Awaiting publication |
| Court 5 | TBC | To be announced | TBD | Awaiting publication |
| Court 6 | TBC | To be announced | TBD | Awaiting publication |
What To Expect Today
- Late-Stage Stakes: With the event nearing Sunday’s finale, expect higher-intensity rallies and tight scorelines, particularly in matches featuring top-ranked entrants.
- Hard-Court Patterns: First-strike tennis and depth on returns will remain critical. Players who hold serve efficiently and neutralize second-serve pressure tend to advance.
- Road to MADO Pressure: Every round carries pathway significance. Composure in key points could tip close contests.
Players To Watch
- Mayar Rahal: Top-ranked in the field and through to the Round of 16 after a first-round bye.
- Marleni Exner: A consistent hard-court performer capable of deep runs.
- Uchechukwu Uzokwe: Athletic mover with disruptive pace off both wings.
- Elizaveta Korobova: Shot tolerance and balance under pressure make her dangerous late in events.
- Nour Ben Mlouka: Aggressive intent behind the first ball can seize early control of rallies.
- Cleopatra Carnes and Dilay Yerdelen: Both have shown resilience in extended exchanges.
- Aarna Sukhramani: Court craft and change of pace provide variety against heavy hitters.
Stay Updated
Order of Play is subject to change. For official scheduling, live scores, and draw updates, follow the event hub: uaetennis.ae. Our desk will refresh this page as the Saturday schedule is confirmed.
