Semifinal Sunday in Dubai: Road to MADO B/S06- ONS JABUER TENNIS ACADEMY B16
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13/09/2026Semifinal Sunday in Dubai: Road to MADO B/S06- ONS JABUER TENNIS ACADEMY B16
On Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Dubai, the Boys’ 16 main draw reaches the semifinal stage. Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita meets Thomas Toussaint, while UAEs Rashid Aljesmi faces Yahia Karkouri. Hard courts, Wilson US Open balls, and Road to Mubadala stakes set the stage.
Tournament Overview
Event: Road to MADO B/S06- ONS JABUER TENNIS ACADEMY B16 (Boys 16)
City: Dubai
Dates: September 11 September 20, 2026
Surface: Hard
Official Ball: Wilson US Open
Main Draw Size: 32; Qualifying: 8
Entry Fee: 185
Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open: Yes
The main draw has accelerated through early rounds, delivering a compelling semifinal Sunday. The conditions at sea level in Dubai reward first-strike tennis and precise footwork, and the results so far reflect that balance of power and discipline.
Key Storylines So Far
- No. 1-ranked Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita has dropped just two games in the quarterfinals after a 60, 60 in the Round of 16, underscoring elite form.
- Thomas Toussaint survived back-to-back deciding match tiebreaks, showing resilience and sharp serve-plus-one patterns.
- Rashid Aljesmi (UAE) has surged with authoritative straight-sets wins, feeding off the home support.
- Yahia Karkouri dismissed the in-form Adam El Marouri 61, 60 in the quarters, signaling a serious title push.
Quarterfinal Recap
| Match | Winner | Loser | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QF1 | Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita | Viaan Shetty | 6-1, 6-1 |
| QF2 | Thomas Toussaint | Haris Ashour | 4-6, 6-0, 10-5 |
| QF3 | Rashid Aljesmi | Amirali Farzanrad | 6-1, 6-2 |
| QF4 | Yahia Karkouri | Adam El Marouri | 6-1, 6-0 |
Semifinal Outlook
Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita vs Thomas Toussaint
Aldemitas baseline weight of shot and return depth have been suffocating. Toussaint counters with clutch serving and a proven edge in tight moments after two deciding match tiebreaks. The first-strike exchanges and second-serve protection will be pivotal.
Rashid Aljesmi vs Yahia Karkouri
Aljesmi brings assertive patterns and front-foot court positioning; Karkouri enters with one of the cleanest quarterfinal scorelines of the week. Expect frequent baseline tempo shifts and a premium on transition execution.
Numbers That Matter
- Deciders survived: Toussaint 2; a confidence multiplier entering Sunday.
- Games lost in QF: Aldemita 2; Karkouri 1; Aljesmi 3 efficiency at pace on hard.
- Walkovers/retirements: Early rounds featured several, tightening recovery windows for those who advanced via full matches.
Order of Play Sunday, September 13, 2026
Note: Times and courts are subject to confirmation on the official portal. Please check live updates before traveling.
| No. | Round | Players | Start Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Semifinal | Alexi Luca Rafael Aldemita vs Thomas Toussaint | TBD | On Schedule |
| 2 | Semifinal | Rashid Aljesmi vs Yahia Karkouri | TBD | On Schedule |
What to Watch For
- Return position: Aldemitas step-in returns versus Toussaints first-serve percentage.
- Neutral-ball tolerance: Can Aljesmi sustain pressure through longer exchanges against Karkouris depth?
- Deciding Tiebreak Readiness: Toussaints experience may loom if sets split again.
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UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter