Semifinal Spotlight in Dubai: Road To MADO A/S2 - Topspin Tennis Master O35
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30/09/2025Semifinal Spotlight in Dubai: Road To MADO A/S2 - Topspin Tennis Master O35
Tournament overview and Tuesday, September 30, 2025 order of play for the UAE Tennis Federation's Road To MADO A/S2 - Topspin Tennis Master O35 in Dubai.
Tournament Overview
Road To MADO A/S2 - Topspin Tennis Master O35 has reached its business end in Dubai, with the final four set to battle for a place in the championship match. Staged on hard courts from September 26 to October 5, 2025, the event features a 16-player singles main draw in the Seniors 35 category and offers Vouchers worth 5,000 AED. As part of the UAE Tennis Federations Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open pathway, every win here carries added significance.
- City: Dubai
- Dates: 26 Sep 5 Oct 2025
- Surface: Hard
- Main Draw Size: 16
- Qualifying Draw Size: 8
- Entry Fee: 0 AED
- Prize Money: Vouchers 5,000 AED
- Series: Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Follow live updates and official information via the tournament page: Official Tournament Link.
What Has Happened So Far
After a bracket that included several first-round byes, the quarterfinals delivered clear storylines: clutch nerves from Suramya PANDEY, emphatic wins from David MACHADO and Julien MIZZON, and a composed, all-court display from Murilo FRETTA JOSE.
| Quarterfinal | Result |
|---|---|
| Suramya PANDEY def. Mohamed BOURAGA | 7 6, 7 6 |
| David MACHADO def. Ahmed ABDELLATIF | 6 1, 6 1 |
| Julien MIZZON def. Laurant LAPIETRA | 6 0, 6 0 |
| Murilo FRETTA JOSE def. Shyngys BEKBERGEN | 6 1, 6 2 |
Notable earlier result: Murilo FRETTA JOSE edged Pierre GIRARD PECARRERE in the Round of 16, 7 5, 6 2.
Semifinal Lineup for Tuesday, September 30, 2025
- Suramya PANDEY (ranked No. 2 among entrants) vs David MACHADO (ranked No. 30)
- Julien MIZZON (ranked No. 15) vs Murilo FRETTA JOSE
PANDEY arrives with proven tie-break mettle after winning two breakers in the quarters, while MACHADO has dropped just two games since the Round of 16, underlining his clean first-strike execution on the Dubai hard courts. On the bottom half, MIZZON posted a statement 6 0, 6 0, showcasing relentless depth and accuracy, but he now faces FRETTA JOSE, who blends proactive baseline pressure with timely net approaches and hasnt been seriously troubled this week.
Keys to the Day
- First-strike effectiveness: On hard courts, early court positioning will be decisive. Expect shorter baseline exchanges when servers land a high first-serve percentage.
- Return depth: Neutralizing the first ball will be vital against in-form servers like MACHADO and MIZZON.
- Tie-break temperament: PANDEYs recent breaker form could be a separator in tight sets.
- Physical management: With back-to-back high-intensity matches, sustaining level across momentum swings will matter most late in sets.
Todays Order of Play Tuesday, September 30, 2025
Note: Start times are TBA and subject to change. Please consult on-site boards and the official tournament page for live updates.
| Court | Order | Match | Round | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court 1 | 1 | Suramya PANDEY vs David MACHADO | Semifinal | Start: TBA |
| Court 1 | 2 | Julien MIZZON vs Murilo FRETTA JOSE | Semifinal | Follows previous; Start: TBA |
Whats at Stake
Beyond a place in the final and the events voucher prizes, players are vying for valuable momentum and ranking impact within the UAE Seniors circuit on the Road to Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open. With the draw narrowing, every service game and every return game has outsized importance.
How to Follow
Stay tuned to the UAE Tennis Federation channels and the official tournament page for live score updates, court assignments, and any schedule adjustments throughout Tuesday.