FSTA Al Ain U14 Girls — Day 2 Preview and Order of Play (Saturday, February 14, 2026)
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14/02/2026FSTA Al Ain U14 Girls — Day 2 Preview and Order of Play (Saturday, February 14, 2026)
Day 2 analysis from Al Ain: tournament overview, early walkover for Chinemerem Uzokwe, key quarterfinal matchups, court conditions, and the Saturday order of play.
Tournament Overview
Event: FSTA - AL AIN - YOUTH UNDER GU14 (Girls Under 14)
Location: Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
Dates: February 13–22, 2026
Surface: Hard | Official Ball: Wilson US Open
Main Draw Size: 8 | Qualifying Draw Size: 8
Hospitality: Non | Official Hotel: Radisson Blu, Al Ain
Entry Fee: AED 125
After a quiet opening day, Saturday in Al Ain ushers in a pivotal slate for the Girls' Under 14 draw. With a compact 8-player main draw on hard courts, margins are thin and momentum matters. The Wilson US Open ball typically rewards clean timing and aggressive court positioning, particularly in Al Ain’s crisp, dry February air.
- Format focus: Quarterfinals scheduled today, feeding straight into semifinals over the weekend.
- Conditions: Low humidity and true-bouncing courts favor first-strike tennis and disciplined serves.
- Logistics: Teams are based at the Radisson Blu, a short transfer from the courts.
Competitive Landscape
The field blends top-30 contenders with rising talents. Notably, Chinemerem Uzokwe (Rank 12, C.F) has already secured passage to the semifinals via walkover.
| Player | Rank | Club/Academy | Round Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chinemerem Uzokwe | 12 | C.F | Advanced to SF (W.O.) |
| Elizaveta Korobova | 83 | IND | Quarterfinals |
| Pakhi Shah | 22 | IND | Quarterfinals |
| Sky Antoun | 32 | SAM | Quarterfinals |
| Farah Abdelrazek | 67 | IND | Quarterfinals |
| Serena Aoun | 61 | JTP | Quarterfinals |
| Saira Bhupathi | 27 | N/A | Quarterfinals |
Bracket note: Uzokwe awaits the winner of Korobova vs Shah in the top-half semifinal.
Draw Status and Early Storylines
- Early advancement: Uzokwe moves directly into the semifinals via walkover, preserving energy for a likely high-tempo semi.
- Top-half test: Korobova (83) seeks a rankings upset versus Shah (22); the winner earns a semifinal shot at Uzokwe.
- Bottom-half balance: Antoun (32) vs Abdelrazek (67) and Aoun (61) vs Bhupathi (27) project as tight, baseline-oriented battles.
Today’s Order of Play — Saturday, February 14, 2026
Official court assignments and start times are to be announced by the referee. The schedule below reflects Saturday’s competitive lineup and is subject to change.
| Time | Court | Round | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | Quarterfinal | Elizaveta Korobova vs Pakhi Shah | Winner faces Chinemerem Uzokwe (SF) |
| TBA | TBA | Quarterfinal | Sky Antoun vs Farah Abdelrazek | Baseline exchanges likely to decide patterns |
| TBA | TBA | Quarterfinal | Serena Aoun vs Saira Bhupathi | Serve-plus-one and return depth are key |
| N/A | N/A | Quarterfinal | Chinemerem Uzokwe vs BYE | W.O. — Uzokwe advanced to semifinals |
Tactical Watchpoints
- First-strike value: On Al Ain’s hard courts, early forehand initiative and depth off the return tend to dictate short-point success.
- Neutral-ball discipline: Minimizing unforced errors on neutral exchanges will separate semifinalists from quarterfinal exits.
- Situational serving: Body serves into the wind and wide serves on the ad side can unlock quick holds with the Wilson US Open ball.
Conditions and Equipment
The Wilson US Open ball maintains bounce in dry air, promoting a livelier strike zone. Expect the afternoon window to produce the truest hard-court response, benefiting players who step inside the baseline and protect second serves with depth and height.
Logistics for Teams and Parents
Official accommodation is at the Radisson Blu, Al Ain. Hospitality is listed as Non; teams should plan independent meals and transport. Please monitor on-site notices for any court changes or weather-related adjustments.
Follow Live Updates
For draws, court assignments, and live updates, visit the official tournament page: UAE Tennis Federation — FSTA Al Ain U14 Girls.
Schedule subject to change. This report reflects information available as of Saturday morning in Al Ain.