Dubai Day 6: 3rd Ons Jabeur Tennis Academy Mens  Finalists Confirmed and Wednesday Order of Play

Tournament Overview

Event: 3RD ONS JABEUR TENNIS ACADEMY MENS (Pro Circuit, Men)
City: Dubai, UAE
Dates: April 17April 26, 2026
Surface: Hard
Main Draw: 16 players
Qualifying Draw: 8 players
Official Ball: Wilson
Entry Fee: 225
Prize Money: Vouchers

Midway through the Dubai swing, the hard courts have rewarded first-strike tennis and clean serving. By Wednesday, April 22, 2026, the mens singles field has produced two clear standoutsHessam Yazdi and Leon Wojciechowskiwho will contest the championship match.

Official page: uaetennis.ae/tournament/2e4a570a-be38-4cb6-98fd-8b2697bc5754

How the Draw Unfolded

Round of 16 highlights

• Hessam Yazdi dominated Abdelmonem Sultan, 60, 60, signaling ruthless form from the baseline.
• Omar Abou Zeid matched that statement with a 60, 60 win over Sachin Duggal.
• Andrei Lemekha eased past Ahmed Abdellatif, 62, 60, mixing depth with controlled aggression.
• Leon Wojciechowski handled Manan Ahuja, 60, 62, showing a reliable serve-plus-one pattern.
• Alexandre Sfeir edged Suramya Pandey, 64, 64, behind steady returns.
• Badr Alyak advanced via walkover against Artemiy Solovev.
• Ahmed Hassan advanced via walkover against Nima Teimourzadeh Khoei.
• Cristian Costin progressed with a draw bye into the last 16 and then into the quarters.

Quarterfinals

• Cristian Costin def. Badr Alyak by walkover.
• Hessam Yazdi led Omar Abou Zeid 60, 10 before Abou Zeid retired.
• Andrei Lemekha overpowered Ahmed Hassan, 60, 60.
• Leon Wojciechowski defeated Alexandre Sfeir, 76(5), 61, using a clutch tiebreak to seize control.

Semifinals

• Hessam Yazdi def. Cristian Costin, 63, 62, dictating with depth on return and clean first-strike patterns.
• Leon Wojciechowski advanced after Andrei Lemekha retired; the match ended with Leon securing his place in the final.

Finalists at a Glance

• Hessam Yazdi: Blending compact backswings with aggressive court positioning, Yazdi has conceded few games and has thrived on quick holds and early breaks.
• Leon Wojciechowski: Serving accurately and striking through the court, Leons ability to elevate in key momentsevidenced by his 76(5) opener in the quartershas been decisive.

Todays Order of Play  Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Note: The order of play is provisional and subject to change. All times local (GST).

For live updates, including any time confirmations or court changes, visit the tournament page.

Keys to the Final

1. First-serve percentage: On a quick hard court, cheap points on serve will tilt momentum.
2. Return depth: Yazdis aggressive positioning could neutralize Leons first ball if he maintains depth.
3. Transition instincts: The player who turns neutral rallies into forecourt finishes more efficiently should control scoreboard pressure.

What It Means

With form lines pointing to fine margins, Wednesday sets the stage for a compelling finale in Dubai. Whether it is decided by serve dominance or superior second-shot execution, the champion will have earned it the hard way.

Reminder

Order of play and timing are subject to the referees final approval. Please monitor the official tournament page for the latest information.