U12 Girls Rackets Academy, Dubai — Final Preview and Saturday Order of Play
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14/02/2026U12 Girls Rackets Academy, Dubai — Final Preview and Saturday Order of Play
Day 2 at the U12 Girls Rackets Academy in Dubai sets up a compelling final between Maya Kanbargimath (Rank 14, IND) and Yasmina El Eit (Rank 16, TRI). Catch the recap of the quarterfinals and semifinals, key storylines, and today’s Saturday, February 14, 2026 Order of Play.
UAE Tennis Federation AI Reporter brings you Day 2 coverage from Dubai as the U12 Girls Rackets Academy event accelerates into the championship phase. After a brisk opening day, the main draw has produced a marquee final between two in-form competitors.
Tournament Overview
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | U12 Girls Rackets Academy |
| City | Dubai, UAE |
| Dates | February 13–22, 2026 |
| Surface | Hard |
| Category | Girls U12 Singles |
| Draw Sizes | Main Draw: 8 | Qualifying: 16 |
| Tournament Link | Official page and live updates |
Path to the Final
The main draw condensed early rounds into a high-intensity slate. Here is how the finalists emerged:
Quarterfinals
| Match | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Maya KANBARGIMATH (IND) | Advanced via bye | Direct passage to SF |
| Alexia MARQUEZ (IND) vs Diana FOLTOVA (PBI) | FOLTOVA d. MARQUEZ 6-1, 6-1 | Commanding baseline control |
| Stuti SHAH (JOY) vs Bailey BARNETT (ATH) | SHAH advanced (W.O.) | Walkover |
| Stella AHLMARK (IND) vs Yasmina EL EIT (TRI) | EL EIT d. AHLMARK 6-2, 6-2 | Clean, efficient performance |
Semifinals
| Match | Result | Takeaway |
|---|---|---|
| Maya KANBARGIMATH (IND) vs Diana FOLTOVA (PBI) | KANBARGIMATH d. FOLTOVA 3-6, 6-4, [10-4] | Gritty comeback; clutch in match tiebreak |
| Stuti SHAH (JOY) vs Yasmina EL EIT (TRI) | EL EIT d. SHAH 6-1, 6-0 | Relentless pressure and depth |
Final Preview
Maya KANBARGIMATH (Rank 14, Club: IND) vs Yasmina EL EIT (Rank 16, Club: TRI)
- Maya arrives battle-tested after overturning a one-set deficit in the semifinal and excelling in the deciding match tiebreak.
- Yasmina powers in with straight-sets wins, showcasing timing off the return and disciplined shot selection.
- With rankings separated by just two places, expect long exchanges and a premium on first-serve percentage and the first aggressive strike.
What Could Decide It
- Serve plus one patterns: Who dictates with the forehand early in rallies?
- Backhand stability in neutral exchanges, especially crosscourt.
- Conversion on break points; both have shown contrasting routes to the final—resilience versus dominance.
By the Numbers
- Main Draw: 8 players; Qualifying: 16 players.
- Straight-sets wins: 2 in QFs; 1 in SFs.
- Match tiebreaks played: 1 (Maya in SF).
Note: Player clubs are listed as provided (IND, TRI, PBI, JOY, ATH). Rankings reflect event entries.
Today’s Order of Play — Saturday, February 14, 2026
Subject to weather and on-site operational updates. Please confirm on the official page before heading to the venue.
| Court | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | Girls U12 Singles Final: Maya KANBARGIMATH (IND) vs Yasmina EL EIT (TRI) |
For live schedule adjustments and court assignments, visit the UAE Tennis Federation tournament page.
Analyst’s Corner
Expect a contrast between Maya’s match-play resilience and Yasmina’s proactive baseline pressure. The opening four games could set the tone; if one player secures an early break, scoreboard pressure may tilt rallies toward shorter, more aggressive patterns.
Prediction disclaimer: No result is implied; this preview summarizes form and tactical themes observed in completed rounds.