In a stunning display of talent and composure, 17-year-old Indian tennis prodigy Manas Dhamne achieved the most significant victory of his burgeoning career by defeating former World No. 16 and 2018 French Open semifinalist Marco Cecchinato in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4. This remarkable win occurred during the first round of qualifying at the ATP Challenger…
Indian tennis’ rising star Manas Dhamne is set for the biggest challenge of his young career as he enters the qualifying draw of the prestigious ATP 1000 Mutua Madrid Open, held on clay courts in Spain. The tournament, scheduled from April 21 to 27, 2025, marks Dhamne’s debut in a Masters-level event and showcases his…
Team India has secured its place in the World Group Playoffs of the 2025 Billie Jean King Cup after registering a nerve-wracking 2-1 win over Korea in the final Group I tie of the Asia/Oceania zone, held at the Balewadi Stadium in Pune. The win marks India’s fourth consecutive victory, completing a brilliant run in…
Team India continued its dream run in the Asia/Oceania Group I of the Billie Jean King Cup, clinching their third straight victory, this time overpowering Chinese Taipei 2-1 in a thrilling tie. With earlier wins over Hong Kong and Thailand, India now stands second in the group table, trailing only unbeaten New Zealand. Vaidehi Leads…
In a week where Indian doubles specialists stamped their authority across ATP and Challenger events, it was the evergreen Rohan Bopanna, now 44, who stole the spotlight once again. Teaming up with rising American star Ben Shelton, Bopanna showcased why he remains one of the most feared names in doubles tennis with a stunning comeback…
The action is heating up at the Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I event in Pune, where six teams are battling it out in a round-robin format for a coveted spot in the play-offs. With the group stage past its halfway mark, India pulled off a crucial 2-1 win over Thailand to stay in…
Indian No. 1 Sumit Nagal, ranked 144 in the ATP rankings, suffered a frustrating setback at the ATP Challenger 100 in Monza, Italy, as he was forced to retire in the opening round of the main draw against Austria’s Filip Misolic (ATP 195). The match ended with the scoreboard reading 6-2, 1-0 in favor of…
The Indian women’s tennis team suffered a frustrating start to their 2025 Billie Jean King Cup Asia-Oceania Group I campaign, going down 1-2 to New Zealand in a tightly contested tie in Pune. Despite a stunning singles debut by Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, India couldn’t capitalize, with defeats in the second singles and deciding doubles sealing the…
2024 looked like the year Sumit Nagal had been waiting for his whole career. He kicked things off with a bang—reaching the second round of the Australian Open, making his debut in all four Grand Slams, clinching titles on the Challenger circuit, and even representing India at the Paris Olympics. He soared to a career-high…
In an impressive display of synergy and skill, the newly formed doubles team of India’s Rohan Bopanna and America’s Ben Shelton commenced their partnership with a straight-sets victory at the 2025 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. The duo overcame the South American pair of Francisco Cerundolo from Argentina and Alejandro Tabilo from Chile with a 6-3, 7-5…
A towering performance from a towering young talent! Chirag Duhan, the 6’5” 21-year-old from India, has scripted the biggest moment of his fledgling career by powering into his maiden semifinal at the ITF M25 level, at the prestigious SM Krishna Memorial Bengaluru Open. Facing compatriot Ishaque Eqbal (ATP #936), Duhan, ranked #1016 in the world,…
Indian tennis has a new rising star, and his name is Aryan Shah. The 19-year-old sensation claimed the biggest title of his young career, winning the ITF $30,000 Ahmedabad singles tournament in dominant fashion. Shah, seeded fifth, stunned top seed Jay Clarke (ATP 298) in the final, cruising to a 6-1, 6-3 victory in front…
Ahmedabad, March 29, 2025 – Indian tennis witnessed a thrilling day at the ITF M25 Ahmedabad as 17-year-old Kriish Tyagi continued his remarkable journey, securing a place in his first-ever professional singles semifinal. The young qualifier showed remarkable grit and determination, overcoming two-time national champion Siddharth Vishwakarma in a pulsating three-set battle, 7-6(5), 1-6, 6-4….
Ahmedabad, March 28, 2025 – Indian players put up a stellar performance in the second round of the M25 Ahmedabad ITF event, with five of them securing spots in the quarterfinals. The tournament, featuring rising talents from across the world, saw some thrilling matches and a few notable upsets, setting up an exciting last-eight stage….
Indian tennis star Sumit Nagal showcased his trademark resilience and fighting spirit to defeat Croatia’s Duje Ajdukovic in the opening round of the ATP 125 Naples Challenger in Italy. Nagal, currently ranked World No. 139, overcame a slow start and a 1-4 deficit in the first set tiebreak to register a 7-6(6), 6-4 victory against…
Indian tennis star Yuki Bhambri has been on a remarkable run in the ATP doubles circuit, and his latest achievement adds another feather to his cap. Partnering with Portugal’s Nuno Borges, Bhambri secured a spot in the quarter-finals of the prestigious Miami Open ATP Masters 1000, defeating the experienced duo of Jamie Murray (Great Britain)…
In a thrilling encounter at the ATP Masters 1000 Miami Open 2025, Yuki Bhambri and his Portuguese partner Nuno Borges delivered a masterclass in doubles tennis. They edged out the experienced pairing of Rohan Bopanna and Ivan Dodig by a score of 6-4, 3-6, 10-7 to advance to the second round. This pivotal win propels…
Sumit Nagal’s campaign at the Murcia Challenger came to a frustrating end as he suffered a 6-4, 6-1 defeat to Spanish wild card Pablo Llamas Ruiz. Despite a promising start, the Indian No. 1 could not capitalize on his early opportunities and ultimately fell to a straight-sets loss. This defeat extends a worrying trend for…
Indian tennis continues to make waves on the international circuit, and this time, Vaidehi Chaudhari and Shrivalli Bhamidipaty have stolen the spotlight. The Indian duo emerged as the doubles champions at the prestigious ITF W35 Nonthaburi tournament in Thailand, showcasing remarkable skill, resilience, and teamwork. Seeded third in the tournament, they battled past a competitive…
Yuki Bhambri incredible run on the ATP Doubles circuit continues as he, along with Swedish partner Andre Goransson, pulled off a stunning upset at the prestigious Indian Wells Masters 2025. The first-time pairing took down the reigning Australian Open champions and second seeds, Harri Heliovaara and Julian Cash, in a thrilling three-set encounter: 6-2, 5-7,…
Indian tennis star Yuki Bhambri is riding a wave of momentum as he heads to Indian Wells, fresh off his historic ATP 500 title in Dubai. The Indian Doubles No.2 and World No.39 had a dream run in Dubai, where he and partner Alexei Popyrin pulled off a stunning feat—defeating the World No.1, No.2, and…
Indian tennis fans have a new reason to celebrate as Siddhant Banthia delivered a stellar performance at the ATP Challenger in Kigali, Rwanda, clinching his maiden ATP Challenger title in doubles. The 24-year-old, who partnered with Alexander Donski of Bulgaria, showed resilience and skill throughout the tournament, marking a significant milestone in his career. His…
Women’s tennis has long been at the forefront of progress in sports, setting new standards for equality and opportunity. Now, with the launch of the PIF WTA Maternity Fund, the sport is taking another historic step forward. This first-of-its-kind initiative, supported by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) and championed by the WTA Players’ Council,…
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) has announced the draw for the 2025 Davis Cup World Group I, setting up an exciting clash between India and Switzerland. The tie is scheduled to take place on September 12-13 or 13-14, with Switzerland hosting the encounter at a yet-to-be-determined venue. The choice of surface will play a significant…
In a thrilling final at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, India’s Yuki Bhambri and Australia’s Alexei Popyrin defied the odds to capture the ATP 500 Dubai doubles title, marking a career milestone for both players. The duo staged an extraordinary comeback against the No. 2 seeds, Britain’s Henry Patten and Finland’s Harri , winning…
In a remarkable journey at the ATP 500 Dubai Duty Free Championships, the duo of Yuki Bhambri and Alexei Popyrin have stormed into their maiden ATP 500 final. The Indo-Australian pair displayed incredible chemistry and resilience, defeating Jamie Murray and John Peers in a thrilling 6-2, 4-6, 10-7 semifinal victory. For Yuki Bhambri, this marks…
Indian tennis star Vaidehi Chaudhari continued her dream run at the ITF W50 Ahmedabad tournament, securing a sensational 6-1, 7-6(5) victory over fifth-seeded Haruka Kaji of Japan. The world No. 405 displayed remarkable composure and attacking tennis to defeat Kaji, ranked No. 262, in the quarterfinals. This victory marks another significant milestone in Vaidehi’s career,…
Indian tennis star Yuki Bhambri is making headlines once again, securing another impressive victory at the ATP 500 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Teaming up with Australian Alexei Popyrin, Bhambri overcame British pair Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool in a thrilling quarterfinal clash winning 5-7, 7-6(5), 10-5. This victory not only propels him into the…
India’s N. Sriram Balaji and Mexico’s Miguel Reyes-Varela pulled off a massive upset at the ATP 500 Abierto Mexicano Telcel in Acapulco, Mexico, taking down the tournaments second-seeded pair, Sander Gille (Belgium) and Jan Zielinski (Poland), in dominant fashion. The wildcard duo produced a clinical performance, securing a 6-4, 6-2 victory to move into the…
The ITF W50 Ahmedabad tournament is turning into an exciting battleground for Indian women’s tennis, with several homegrown talents making a strong impact. Ankita Raina, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, Vaidehi Chaudhari, and Akanksha Nitture have all booked their spots in the Round of 16, while some unexpected results have added to the drama. Ankita Raina Moves Into…
The ITF W50 Ahmedabad tournament witnessed some thrilling first-round upsets, with Vaishnavi Adkar and Anjali Rathi leading the charge for India with stunning victories over higher-ranked opponents. In a tournament that has already showcased the rising depth in Indian women’s tennis, multiple Indian players have advanced to the second round, setting up exciting matchups ahead….
India’s rising tennis talent Manas Dhamne put up a valiant fight but ultimately fell short in a thrilling three-set battle against Petr Bar Biryukov in the first round of the ATP 125 Bengaluru Open. The 16-year-old wildcard entrant, currently ranked #774, showed immense promise against the 6’4 big-serving Russian, who fired 14 aces en route…
In a thrilling display of skill and determination at the ATP Pune Challenger, Indias top-seeded mens doubles duo, Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan and Vijay Sundar Prasanth, emerged victorious by overcoming a spirited challenge from the second-seeded Australian pair, Blake Bayldon and Matthew Romios. The Indian pair, currently live ranked #94 and #104 respectively, demonstrated exceptional composure and…
In a thrilling display of resilience and skill at the ATP Qatar Open 2025, the unseeded pairing of India’s Yuki Bhambri and Croatia’s Ivan Dodig produced one of the tournaments most memorable upsets. The duo stunned the top seeds, Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic, by recovering from a set down to claim a hard-fought victory…
At the ATP MAHA Open in Pune challenger , Indian tennis hopefuls ,specially Manas Dhamne showcased impressive determination and spirit despite facing tough competition in the first round. While none of the home players advanced beyond the opening match, the experiences gained in these high-stakes encounters are invaluable stepping stones for the nations emerging talent….
In a thrilling display of doubles prowess at the ATP 500 Doha, the first-time pairing of India’s Rohan Bopanna and Portugal’s Nuno Borges produced a stunning upset by defeating the world No.2 duo, Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori. The match, decided by two tight tie-break sets, ended 7-6(2), 7-6(4) in favor of Bopanna and Borges,…
Indian tennis prodigy Manas Dhamne has made a significant breakthrough in his young career, surging from #1015 to #793 in the latest ATP rankings. At just 17.1 years old, Dhamne is now the second-youngest player in the ATP Top 800, signalling his rapid rise in the professional circuit. Dhamne, who hones his skills under Riccardo…
Ramkumar Ramanathan Ends Losing Streak with Gritty Win Over Elias Ymer Indian tennis star Ramkumar Ramanathan finally snapped his five-match losing streak on the Challenger Tour with a hard-fought 5-7, 1-6, 4-6 victory over the in-form Elias Ymer. The win not only boosts Ramkumar’s confidence but also maintains his perfect 3-0 head-to-head record against the…
Indian tennis hopefuls face a stern challenge at the upcoming ATP 100 pune Challenger event, as none of the country’s players managed to qualify for the main draw through regular means. However, three young Indian talents Karan Singh, Manas Dhamne, and Aryan Shah have been granted wildcards, giving them an opportunity to test themselves against…
Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal has secured a spot in the main draw of the ATP 500 Rio de Janeiro tournament in 2025, marking a significant milestone in his professional career. This opportunity comes to Nagal as there were withdrawals from the main draw. Earlier in the year, Nagal participated in the Australian Open 2025,…
Starting from Qualifying the 17 Year Old Manas Dhamne kept going deep in the draw and won the final from a set down at Monastir, Tunisia Manas from Pune is the brightest young Indian tennis prospect, One of Manas’s earliest experiences of the pro tour came in Pune last year, when he was handed a…
India won both singles matches in straight sets, giving India a 2-0 lead over Togo in Davis Cup 2025 India made a strong start to their Davis Cup 2025 campaign on Saturday, taking a 2-0 lead over Togo on the opening day of the World Group I Playoffs at the DLTA Complex. Mukund Sasikumar and…
India’s campaign at the Australian Open 2025 saw a series of early exits across multiple categories, with no player advancing beyond the first or second round in singles and doubles events. While there were some strong individual efforts, especially in the mixed doubles, it was ultimately a challenging tournament for the Indian contingent. Here’s a…
There is nothing better than a home tie to groom future Davis Cup stars and the upcoming contest against Togo is a good opportunity to do that, according to India’s Davis Cup captain Rohit Rajpal. The Davis Cup Squad which is slated to be played on February1-2, comprises five member team Sasikumar Mukund, Ramkumar Ramanathan,…
ANKITA WINS ITF W50 DELHI DOUBLES TITLE WITH NAIKHTA PROZOROVA TO CLASH WITH MIYAZAKI IN SINGLES FINAL NEW DELHI, JANUARY 18, 2025 : India’s top tennis player Ankita Raina won her first doubles title in nine months, triumphing in the final of the ITF W50 event with British partner Naiktha Bains, edging past American fourth…
Riya Bhatia and Ankita Raina advances to doubles semifinals with their partners Riya Bhatia fought hard before losing her women’s singles pre-quarterfinal to fourth seed Yuriko Lily Miyazaki in a three-setter but she later reached the doubles semifinals, while Ankita Raina also made the last-four stage with her partner at ITF W50 tournament on Thursday….
The week of January 6 to January 12, 2025, witnessed an exciting display of tennis from Indian players on the global stage. Yuki bhambri had a fair run while Bopanna lost early From ATP and Challenger tournaments, Indian athletes showcased their grit and determination, leaving a mark across various competitions in doubles events. ATP Tour…
The Australia Open is one of the four Grand Slam tournaments, alongside the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open, making it one of the most prestigious events in tennis. Held annually in Melbourne, it marks the beginning of the tennis calendar and is highly coveted by players across the globe due to its grand…
KARMAN THANDI RETURNS TO ACTION AFTER SABBATICAL AT W50 DELHI India’s top singles stars Ankita Raina and Rashmika Shrivalli Bhamidipaty will headline the home challenge at the ITF W50 tournament, where Karman Kaur Thandi will return to competitive tennis after a one-year break. Known for her fighting spirit, a gritty Raina, ranked 286 in the…
India’s Maaya Rajeshwaran capped an impressive week in a befitting manner, emerging the girls singles champion at the ITF J300 event while Korean player Donghyon Hwang grabbed the boys singles title at the DLTA Complex on Saturday. The 15-year-old Maaya, thus, won her first singles title since December 2023 by edging past Ekaterina Tupitsyna 3-6…
