Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City BU12: Midweek Analysis and Tuesday Order of Play
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21/10/2025Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City BU12: Midweek Analysis and Tuesday Order of Play
Comprehensive midweek analysis from Abu Dhabi on the Boys’ U12 main draw, key results through the quarterfinals, and today’s (Tuesday, October 21, 2025) order-of-play update for the Road To MADO A/S3 at Zayed Sports City.
Tournament Overview
Event: Road To MADO A/S3 – Zayed Sports City BU12 (Boys’ 12s)
City: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dates: October 17–26, 2025
Venue: Zayed Sports City
Surface: Hard
Official Ball: Wilson Championships
Main Draw: 32 | Qualifying: 8
Pathway: Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Entry Fee: AED 150
Official Page: Tournament Link
| Key Notes |
|---|
| High participation and a strong U12 field across UAE academies and visiting clubs. |
| Scheduling is centrally managed; times remain subject to change by the tournament referee. |
Draw Progress to Date
Headline: Four into the Semifinals
By midweek, the Boys’ U12 draw has produced a compelling last-four lineup, blending power baseliners and all-court stylists:
- Tiago LYNCE (JTP) vs Akachukwu UZOKWE (C.F)
- Jude AUDI (TRI) vs Alec LARROUILH (JTP)
Round-by-Round Highlights
Round of 32
- Several seeds advanced smoothly; notable administrative outcomes included multiple walkovers that expedited progression for some entrants.
- Walkovers recorded: Agastya SINGH d. Tamirlans KOZLOVS (W.O); Mark KRASNOV d. Reyansh DASH (W.O); Sarthak TRIPATHI d. Vihaan SURVE (W.O); Diogo LYNCE d. Gregory COHEN (W.O).
- On-court result of note: Daniel MATIS def. Pietro VIGILANTE 7–5, 6–3 to book a place in R16.
Round of 16
- Tiago LYNCE looked sharp in a 6–2, 6–1 win over Yusuf MULLA.
- Akachukwu UZOKWE rallied past Mark KRASNOV, 2–6, 6–3, [10–4], showing poise in the match tiebreak.
- Jude AUDI advanced 6–2, 6–2 over Diogo LYNCE.
- Alec LARROUILH surged, 6–0, 6–1 vs Daniel MATIS, underlining top-seed composure.
- Additional W.O. decisions impacted the round: Agastya SINGH over Kamil RTEL BENNANI (W.O); Sarthak TRIPATHI over Andre LEE (W.O); Rayan FASSI-FIHRI over George KOZOVOY (W.O).
Quarterfinals
| Match | Score | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Tiago LYNCE def. Agastya SINGH | 7–6(5), 6–1 | Tiago edged a tight breaker, then accelerated. |
| Akachukwu UZOKWE def. Sarthak TRIPATHI | 6–0, 6–1 | Authoritative baseline control from UZOKWE. |
| Jude AUDI def. Rayan FASSI‑FIHRI | 6–2, 5–7, [12–10] | Match of the round; Jude held firm in a tense super tiebreak. |
| Alec LARROUILH def. Ahmed SOLIMAN | 6–0, 6–2 | Clinical serving patterns and early initiative from Alec. |
Stat corner: Across R32 and R16, there were 7 walkovers, concentrating the competitive load in the quarterfinals, where all four matches finished on court.
Semifinal Line-Up
| Semifinal | Clubs | Rank (if listed) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiago LYNCE vs Akachukwu UZOKWE | JTP vs C.F | 46 vs 8 |
| Jude AUDI vs Alec LARROUILH | TRI vs JTP | 9 vs 4 |
Projected dynamics: LYNCE’s first-strike forehand meets UZOKWE’s physicality, while AUDI’s point construction will be tested by LARROUILH’s assertive baseline pace and return quality.
Player Spotlights
- Tiago LYNCE (JTP): Clutched a breaker before cruising; timing and depth off the backhand wing stood out.
- Akachukwu UZOKWE (C.F): Dominant QF after a pressure-tested super tiebreak in R16; excellent transition instincts.
- Jude AUDI (TRI): Survived the tightest match of the tournament so far; composure on big points was decisive.
- Alec LARROUILH (JTP): Impeccable set management with early breaks; clean patterns behind the serve.
Today’s Order of Play — Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Local time: Abu Dhabi (GST, UTC+4)
As of this morning’s publication, the official Boys’ U12 order of play for Tuesday has not been posted by the referee. We will update this report once the daily schedule is confirmed.
| Court | Start Time | Match | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | To be announced by referee |
Next Confirmed BU12 Session (for planning)
- Saturday, October 25 – 08:30 on Court 1: Tiago LYNCE vs Akachukwu UZOKWE (Semifinal)
- Saturday, October 25 – 08:30 on Court 2: Jude AUDI vs Alec LARROUILH (Semifinal)
For live updates and any same-day changes, please check the official order-of-play page.
How to Follow and Venue Info
- Venue access opens one hour before first ball; practice courts assigned on-site.
- Please arrive early for check-in; bring valid ID for player accreditation.
- Live scoring and draw updates: UAE Tennis Federation tournament hub.
Notes on Walkovers and Scheduling
Given the junior calendar density and school commitments, early-round walkovers are not uncommon in developmental events. The tournament has adjusted court allocations accordingly to protect the integrity of later rounds, which are on track for the weekend at Zayed Sports City.
Reporter’s Take
With four high-caliber semifinalists representing top academies, expect elevated rally tempo and disciplined shot selection in the closing rounds. Serve placement and second-serve pressure will likely decide tight sets.