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Indian Tennis Prodigy Tavish Pahwa Captures Maiden ITF Junior Title

Indian Tennis Prodigy Tavish Pahwa Captures Maiden ITF Junior Title

By September 14, 2024 0

Tavish Pahwa Triumphs in Colombo, Secures Maiden ITF Junior Title

Colombo, September 14, 2024: Indian tennis prodigy Tavish Pahwa etched his name in the annals of junior tennis history by capturing his maiden ITF junior title in Colombo on Saturday. The 14-year-old sensation displayed remarkable consistency and determination throughout the tournament, not dropping a single set en route to the championship.

Pahwa’s journey to the title began with a dominant 6-4, 7-6(5) victory over second seed Luke Koh of Singapore in the semifinals. In the final, he faced Roman Kulpin of Russia, a formidable opponent who had also impressed in the tournament. However, Pahwa’s unwavering focus and aggressive play proved too much for Kulpin, as he secured a convincing 6-2, 6-3 victory.

Pahwa’s triumph marks a significant milestone in his burgeoning tennis career. Having started playing ITF juniors in March 2023, he has quickly established himself as a rising star in the sport. His exceptional ball control, powerful groundstrokes, and unwavering mental fortitude have earned him widespread recognition.

In addition to Pahwa’s singles success, India also celebrated a doubles victory in Colombo. Vraj Gohil, partnering with Miguel Iglupas of the Philippines, overcame Venkat Batlanki and Juliusz Stanczyk in a thrilling three-set encounter, 3-6, 6-4, [10-4].

The ITF junior tournament in Colombo provided a valuable platform for young tennis players to showcase their skills and gain international experience. Pahwa’s victory is a testament to the growing strength of Indian tennis and the bright future that lies ahead for the sport in the country.

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Rohan Bopanna Joins Tennis Premier League for Season 6

Rohan Bopanna Joins Tennis Premier League for Season 6

By September 13, 2024 0

The Tennis Premier League (TPL), a revolutionary tennis tournament, is set to host its sixth edition in Mumbai, India, in December. Among the star-studded lineup is former World Number 1 Rohan Bopanna, making his TPL debut.

Bopanna, currently ranked sixth in men’s doubles, is one of India’s most celebrated tennis players. With two Grand Slam titles (Australian Open 2024 in men’s doubles and French Open 2017 in mixed doubles) and three Olympic appearances, he holds the record for being the oldest player to become World No. 1.

The TPL’s unique 25-point format aims to revolutionize tennis. Each match between two franchises consists of men’s singles, women’s singles, mixed doubles, and men’s doubles, with each category worth 25 points. The top four teams from the league stage qualify for the semi-finals.

Bopanna’s experience and skills will be invaluable to his team. He joins a roster that includes Sumit Nagal, Hugo Gaston, and Elina Avanesyan, all vying for the top prize at the iconic Cricket Club of India.

“I’m thrilled to be part of the Tennis Premier League, especially with its innovative 25-point format,” said Bopanna. “Tournaments like the TPL inspire young players and contribute to grassroots development.”

Kunal Thakkur, Co-Founder of TPL, expressed his excitement about Bopanna’s participation. “His presence will not only boost the sixth season of TPL but also motivate the other players,” he said.

Mrunal Jain, Co-Founder of TPL, added, “Rohan Bopanna is an icon of Indian tennis, and we are delighted to have him play in Season 6. We anticipate some exceptional matches with Rohan and the rest of the players.”

The TPL’s innovative format and star-studded lineup promise an unforgettable tennis experience for fans in Mumbai and beyond.

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Indian Tennis Players Shine in International Tournaments

Indian Tennis Players Shine in International Tournaments

By September 3, 2024 0

Indian tennis players made a strong showing in recent international tournaments, securing victories and advancing in both singles and doubles competitions.

In the $25,000 ITF women’s tournament in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty overcame a tough challenge from local player Watsachol Sawatdee in the first round. Bhamidipaty, seeded No.1 in doubles with Vaidehi Chaudhari, also reached the quarterfinals in that category, defeating a Japanese team.

Meanwhile, in the $100,000 women’s event in Incheon, Korea, Prarthana Thombare and her Dutch partner Arianne Hartono made the doubles quarterfinals with a convincing win over a Korean pair.

In other ITF tournaments, Sahaja Yamalapalli secured a straight-sets victory in the first round of the $25,000 event in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

On the men’s side, Duje Ajdukovic of Croatia defeated India’s Ramkumar Ramanathan in the first round of the $82,000 Challenger in Istanbul, Turkey.

In the $25,000 ITF men’s tournament in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand, Nick Chappell of the USA and Sai Karteek Reddy advanced to the doubles quarterfinals.

In the $15,000 ITF men’s event in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Vishnu Vardhan and Dev Javia both won their first-round singles matches. Vardhan also teamed up with Adil Kalyanpur to reach the doubles quarterfinals.

These results highlight the growing talent and competitiveness of Indian tennis players on the international stage. They continue to make their mark in both singles and doubles competitions, showcasing their skills and determination.

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Indian Tennis Stars Nagal and Bopanna to Lead Charge at US Open 2024

Indian Tennis Stars Nagal and Bopanna to Lead Charge at US Open 2024

By August 26, 2024 0

The US Open 2024, the final Grand Slam of the year, is set to commence on Monday, August 26th, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York. India’s tennis contingent will be led by Sumit Nagal and Rohan Bopanna.

Nagal, currently ranked 72nd in the ATP rankings, has had a challenging year, facing early exits in the Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon. However, he made history at the Paris Olympics by becoming the second Indian to qualify for the singles event since Leander Paes.

Bopanna, on the other hand, has enjoyed success in doubles. Partnering with Matthew Ebden of Australia, they are seeded second in the men’s doubles at the US Open. The duo reached the final last year but fell short against Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury. They are also the reigning Australian Open champions.

The US Open 2024 will feature a star-studded field, including defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Iga Swiatek. The tournament will be broadcast live in India on the Sony Sports Network and streamed on SonyLiv.

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Zeeshan Ali Resigns as Indian Davis Cup Coach After 11 Years

Zeeshan Ali Resigns as Indian Davis Cup Coach After 11 Years

By August 14, 2024 0

Zeeshan Ali, the former coach of the Indian Davis Cup team, has announced his resignation from the position. Ali, who had been at the helm of the team since 2013, made the announcement on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, a month before India’s next Davis Cup assignment against Sweden in Stockholm.

“I have resigned as the coach of the Davis Cup team,” Ali told PTI.

Ali, 54, replaced Nandan Bal as coach of the team ahead of the tie against South Korea in New Delhi. Under his guidance, India achieved notable success, including a historic victory over Pakistan in Islamabad earlier this year.

“I’ve been coach of the Davis Cup team for 11 years now,” Ali said. “To top it all, I was also the captain of the Davis Cup, the historic tie that we played against Pakistan in Pakistan earlier on this year. I don’t think there is any such person from any country who has had the privilege and honor of doing all these three things.”

Ali expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as coach and captain of the team. He highlighted the unique experience of having held all three roles, from player to coach to captain.

“Having done all these three things, I felt that I have already achieved whatever there was to achieve as far as Davis Cup was concerned,” Ali said. “And frankly speaking, I have been thinking about this for quite some time now.”

India will face Sweden on hard indoor court in Stockholm from September 14-15. The team will be led by captain Rohit Rajpal and will feature top players such as Yuki Bhambri, Ramkumar Ramanathan, and Rohan Bopanna.

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Rohan Bopanna Bows Out of International Tennis with Olympic Exit

Rohan Bopanna Bows Out of International Tennis with Olympic Exit

By July 29, 2024 0

Rohan Bopanna, India’s veteran doubles specialist, bid farewell to his illustrious international career with a first-round exit at the Paris Olympics. Partnering with N Sriram Balaji, Bopanna succumbed to the French duo of Edouard Roger-Vasselin and Gael Monfils in a thrilling encounter.

Despite the disappointing result, Bopanna expressed contentment with his 22-year-long journey representing India. He acknowledged that an Olympic medal had eluded Indian tennis since Leander Paes’ historic bronze in 1996, but he remained proud of his contributions.

“This will definitely go down as my last event for the country,” Bopanna declared, ruling out any participation in the 2026 Asian Games. He had previously announced his retirement from the Davis Cup.

Reflecting on his career highlights, Bopanna singled out his fifth-rubber victory against Ricardo Mello in the 2010 Davis Cup tie against Brazil as his most memorable moment. He also cherished his Grand Slam doubles triumph and his rise to world No. 1.

Bopanna expressed gratitude to his wife, Supriya, for her unwavering support throughout his journey. He hinted at a potential future involvement in the administration of the All India Tennis Association (AITA).

Regarding Sunday’s match, Bopanna acknowledged the impact of Monfils’ presence on the court. “He told me it was the best doubles match he’s played,” Bopanna said. “He was hitting the ball extremely heavy.”

Despite the loss, Bopanna praised Balaji’s performance, noting that he played “extremely well” despite some crucial lapses.

The Indian duo faced a passionate crowd supporting the French players, but Bopanna commended their respectful behavior during the match. “I don’t think I’ve played in this kind of atmosphere even in Davis Cup in India,” he remarked.

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N. Sriram Balaji Determined to Shine at Paris Olympics

N. Sriram Balaji Determined to Shine at Paris Olympics

By July 26, 2024 0

N. Sriram Balaji, the soft-spoken tennis player, is determined to make the most of his opportunity at the Paris Olympics. Chosen as Rohan Bopanna’s partner, Balaji is eager to prove his worth and avoid disappointing his senior.

Balaji’s journey to the Olympics has been a long one. Despite years of toil on the ATP tour, he had to wait until the age of 34 for his chance to represent India in the Davis Cup. Now, with the biggest stage of all before him, the Coimbatore player is determined to make a mark.

“More than a player, I would like to be the best person on the court and off the court as well,” Balaji said. “I never thought about (playing) the Olympics.”

Balaji’s humility and desire to excel have impressed Bopanna, who has been a great mentor to the younger player. Even when Balaji makes mistakes, Bopanna remains supportive and encouraging.

“He wants to do everything perfectly, and Rohan is a great mentor,” said Balachandran, the Indian tennis team’s traveling coach. “Even if Balaji makes a mistake, or if he does not do well in practice sets, Rohan would not say much to Bala. Even if he is annoyed, he won’t show.”

The Indian team, with a combined age of 78, faces a tough challenge in Paris. The field is star-studded, featuring the Spanish duo of Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz, among others. Balachandran believes that the team’s performance in the opening match will be crucial.

“For me, the first match is the key,” Balachandran said. “After that, every team is beatable. I will keep my fingers crossed for them to get through the first match, then I will put my money on them.”

The Indian team will open their campaign against the French duo of Fabien Reboul and Edouard Roger-Vasselin. The coach is hopeful that the prevailing hot conditions will work in their favor.

“Compared to the usual clay court tournament, here right now the conditions with the ball and the weather are a little faster,” Balachandran said. “The ball is also traveling faster, which for our boys is the best condition.”

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Sumit Nagal to Face Moutet in Paris Olympics Opener, Could Meet Di Minaur in Round 2

Sumit Nagal to Face Moutet in Paris Olympics Opener, Could Meet Di Minaur in Round 2

By July 25, 2024 0

India’s top singles player Sumit Nagal will embark on his Paris Olympics campaign with a challenging first-round encounter against French opponent Corentin Moutet. Nagal, currently ranked 80th in the world, holds a 2-2 head-to-head record against Moutet, who is ranked 68th.

If Nagal emerges victorious from the opening round, he could potentially face a formidable opponent in the second round: Australian world number six Alex di Minaur. Di Minaur, who reached the Wimbledon quarterfinals this year, withdrew from his last-eight clash against Novak Djokovic due to a hip injury.

In the men’s doubles, Rohan Bopanna and N Sriram Balaji will face the French team of Fabien Reboul and Edouard Roger-Vasselin. Bopanna, a seasoned doubles specialist, has previously partnered with Roger-Vasselin on the ATP Tour.

This Olympics marks Bopanna’s final opportunity to secure an Olympic medal. In 2016, he narrowly missed out on a podium finish, placing fourth in the mixed doubles event with Sania Mirza.

Nagal’s Olympic debut is a significant milestone for Indian tennis. His performance in Paris will be closely watched by fans and experts alike, as he aims to make a deep run in the tournament and potentially challenge some of the world’s top players.

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Indian Duo Bollipalli and Poonacha Reach Challenger Doubles Final

Indian Duo Bollipalli and Poonacha Reach Challenger Doubles Final

By April 20, 2024 0

Rithvik Bollipalli and Niki Poonacha, the unseeded Indian duo, have advanced to the doubles final of the $164,000 Challenger tennis tournament in Bengaluru. They defeated Anirudh Chandrasekar and Hans Verdugo 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals.

Bollipalli and Poonacha displayed impressive teamwork and court coverage throughout the match. They broke their opponents’ serve twice in the first set and once in the second set, while holding their own serve comfortably. Their strong net play and aggressive returns proved too much for Chandrasekar and Verdugo to handle.

In the title round, Bollipalli and Poonacha will face top seeds Luke Johnson and Skander Mansouri. Johnson and Mansouri have been in dominant form throughout the tournament, dropping only one set en route to the final.

Meanwhile, in the women’s doubles event of the $40,000 ITF tournament in Shenzhen, China, Prarthana Thombare and Arianne Hartono of the Netherlands emerged victorious. They defeated the Chinese pair of Jiaqi Kang and Xinyu Wang 6-4, 6-4 in the final.

Thombare, an experienced Indian doubles specialist, added another title to her impressive resume. This was her 28th career doubles title, a testament to her consistency and skill on the court.

In other results, Bekhan Atlangeriev defeated Karan Singh 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals of the $15,000 ITF men’s tournament in Shymkent, Kazakhstan. Atlangeriev will face the winner of the other semifinal between Denis Yevseyev and Evgenii Tiurnev in the final.

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Sumit Nagal Achieves Career-High Ranking, Makes History at Monte Carlo Masters

Sumit Nagal Achieves Career-High Ranking, Makes History at Monte Carlo Masters

By April 15, 2024 0

Indian tennis star Sumit Nagal has achieved a new career-high men’s singles ranking of 80 in the latest ATP Rankings released on Monday. This remarkable feat comes on the heels of his impressive performance at the Monte Carlo Masters, where he became the first Indian to win an ATP Masters 1000 match on clay since the series’ inception in 1990.

Nagal’s journey to the Monte Carlo Masters began with victories over Italy’s Flavio Cobolli and Argentina’s Facundo Diaz Acosta in the qualifying rounds. He then made history by defeating World No. 38 Matteo Arnald of Italy in the opening round of the main draw, becoming only the third Indian to compete in the main draw of a Masters event on clay.

Despite a second-round loss to seventh-seeded Holger Rune, Nagal’s performance at the Monte Carlo Masters has propelled him up 13 spots in the ATP Rankings. He is now the seventh highest-ranked Indian in men’s singles, joining an illustrious group that includes Vijay Amritraj, Ramesh Krishnan, Somdev Devvarman, Sashi Menon, Anand Amritraj, and Prajnesh Gunneswaran.

Nagal’s rise in the rankings is a testament to his hard work and dedication. He has consistently performed well on the ATP Challenger Tour, winning multiple titles and reaching several finals. His success at the Monte Carlo Masters has further solidified his status as one of India’s most promising tennis players.

Meanwhile, Rohan Bopanna has lost the No. 1 spot in the men’s doubles ranking to his Australian partner, Matthew Ebden, after the duo was eliminated in the Round of 16 of the Monte Carlo Masters. Bopanna and Ebden had held the top spot for several weeks, but their recent loss has allowed Wesley Koolhof and Neal Skupski to reclaim the No. 1 ranking.

Despite the setback, Bopanna remains one of the most successful doubles players in the world. He has won 23 ATP doubles titles, including two Grand Slams, and has reached the finals of all four Grand Slams. He is also a former World No. 3 in doubles.

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