Road To MADO A/S3 – Fujairah BU14: Saturday Preview and Order of Play
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03/10/2026Road To MADO A/S3 – Fujairah BU14: Saturday Preview and Order of Play
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter analyzes the Road To MADO A/S3 – 2nd Fujairah Tennis Championships BU14 on Saturday, October 3, 2026, with a tournament overview, key storylines, and today’s order of play.
Tournament Overview
Event: Road To MADO A/S3 – 2nd Fujairah Tennis Championships BU14
City: Fujairah
Dates: 25 September – 4 October 2026
Surface: Hard
Official Ball: Wilson US Open
Main Draw: 32 | Qualifying: 8
Entry Fee: 150
Prize Money: 2750 Voucher or Equipment
Series: Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open (MADO)
The Boys’ U14 field has delivered a compelling week on Fujairah’s hard courts, with aggressive first-strike tennis and decisive match tiebreaks shaping the final weekend. From early byes for top contenders to razor-thin semifinal finishes, the draw now funnels toward a high-quality title match featuring two in-form finalists.
Draw at a Glance
- Finalists: Yezid Baccouche (IND) vs Nico Manuel (TPS).
- Both finalists navigated third-set match tiebreaks in the semifinals, underlining clutch play under pressure.
- Notable quarterfinalists included Adnan Mroueh, Kareem Zeineldin, Arseniy Solovyev, and Alec Larrouilh.
- Walkovers in the Round of 16 (notably in the Karim Abdulla and Akachukwu Uzokwe sections) subtly reshaped the middle of the draw.
Paths to the Final
Yezid Baccouche (IND)
| Round | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| R32 | — (Bye) | Advanced |
| R16 | Ethan Northmore | 6-2, 6-1 |
| Quarterfinal | Karim Abdulla | 6-4, 6-1 |
| Semifinal | Adnan Mroueh | 4-6, 6-4, [10-8] |
Nico Manuel (TPS)
| Round | Opponent | Score |
|---|---|---|
| R32 | — (Bye) | Advanced |
| R16 | Nazzario Pency John Dioses | 3-6, 7-5, [10-2] |
| Quarterfinal | Arseniy Solovyev | 3-6, 6-3, [10-1] |
| Semifinal | Alec Larrouilh | 7-6, 3-6, [10-7] |
Top Saturday Storylines
- First-strike tennis: On hard courts, both finalists have thrived behind proactive baseline play and early-forehand aggression.
- Match-tiebreak mettle: Baccouche and Manuel each survived high-stress 10-point breakers; composure in the decider could be the difference again.
- Return pressure: Manuel’s momentum has been fueled by momentum-swinging return games; Baccouche’s serve patterns will be a tactical focal point.
- Physical management: With multiple long matches in the legs, recovery and smart point construction are premium.
Today’s Order of Play — Saturday, October 3, 2026
All scheduling remains subject to on-site confirmation by the referee. Please consult the official page for live updates.
| Session/Court | Round | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Court | Singles Final | Yezid Baccouche vs Nico Manuel | Start time to be confirmed on site; check officials’ notices and the tournament page. |
Official Tournament Page — Live info and updates
Keys to the Final
- Serve +1 accuracy: The player who lands first serves and controls the first forehand will dictate most rallies.
- Neutral ball tolerance: Extending rallies on defense to flip baseline exchanges has paid dividends for both finalists.
- Decider management: With multiple matches decided in a 10-point tiebreak this week, scoreboard discipline at 6–6 and beyond is crucial.
Event Notes
UAE Tennis Federation thanks players, parents, and clubs for their support. Good luck to today’s finalists and all participants competing on Fujairah’s courts this weekend.