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…
AUSTRALIAN OPEN: SUMIT NAGAL TO FACE 26th SEED TOMAS MACHAC IN 1st ROUND The Indian No:1 Sumit Nagal will be in action at the prestigious Australian Open, the first slam of the year. Fans were so happy after seeing his performance in Auckland and hoping for a good draw in Australian Open. However, his draw…
Up Against Former World Rank 17 Mannarino from France, Nagal showed extremely good resilience to win in straight sets India no1 Sumit Nagal, who yesterday lost the first set to the local wildcard entrant but then didnt look back after that winning next two in 6-3,6-1 in some fashion. He had a bigger challenge up…
India no1 Sumit Nagal, who endured a tough loss last week in the first match of season came back from a set down to win his match. Playing against Alexander Klintcharov from NZL in Auckland, Nagal initially showed nerves. After losing his first serve he ended up losing his third one as well which ended…
World Number 98 Sumit Nagal would be up against a Wildcard Alexander Klintcharov from New Zealand (WR 792) in the 1st Qualifier of the ASB Classic ( ATP Auckland 250). This highly anticipated match will be held on hardcourts. Sumit Nagal previously competed in Canberra Challenger and eventually lost to WR 211 Patrick Kypson in…
The year’s first slam Australian Open 2025 will take place in Melbourne Park from January 6 to 26. Sumit Nagal has made the main draw. Tennis Australia on December 6, 2024, announced the entry list for the Australian Open 2025, where Indian men’s single top tennis player Sumit Nagal, currently ranked 98th, secured automatic qualification…
As we ring in 2025, tennis fans across India have plenty to celebrate. From the bustling courts of Chennai to the vibrant arenas of Pune and Bengaluru, a stunning lineup of international tournaments is set to grace Indian soil. For three electrifying months January to March 2025 the nation will transform into a tennis battleground,…
The Tennis Premier League (TPL) delivered another thrilling edition from 3rd -8th December, culminating in a spectacular victory for the Hyderabad Strikers, making them the most successful team in the league. What made this season truly special was the perfect blend of Indian and international players in the teams, bringing a unique mix of skills,…
Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden have concluded their successful two-year doubles partnership with a hard-fought victory over Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz 7-5, 6-7 & 10-7 in their final group stage match at the 2024 ATP Finals in Turin. The Indian-Australian duo achieved significant milestones during their partnership, which began in January 2023. Some highlights…
The rising stars of Indian tennis showed promise by punching above their weight while the familiar names failed to live up to their billing in the ITF M25 event held last week in Bhubaneswar. Aryan Shah was the best of the lot making the semifinals in Men’s Singles beating the likes of Rishab Agarwal, Sidharth…
This is Ramkumar and Saketh’s fourth Challenger title, first outside India The All-Indian pair of Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni got better of American-Dutch pair in the Final of ATP CH100 event in South Korea. Ramkumar and Saketh won against Vasil 🇺🇸 and Stevens 🇳🇱 6-4,4-6,10-3 The all-Indian pair didn’t drop even a single set…
Sumit Nagal’s search for an ATP main draw qualification continued as he failed to qualify in the ATP 500 Swiss Indoors and the ATP 1000 Paris Masters. He had last made the main draw of an ATP 500 or above event at Monte Carlo Masters in April this year where he made the second round…
The men’s doubles tennis scene in India is experiencing a surge in talent, with several athletes stepping up their game and making their mark in international tournaments. A standout achievement came when Arjun Kadhe and Ritvik Bollipalli clinched their maiden ATP Tour title at the ATP 250 Almaty Open. A victory that significantly boosted their…
Shrivalli Bhamidipaty shined at the recently concluded ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour W15 tournament at Mysuru featured all the emerging talents in India. Shrivalli Bhamidipaty & Arunkumar Lakshmi Prabha were the bright spots among them along with solid performances from Riya Bhatia & Smriti Bhasin. India’s number 3 ranked player & the top seed, Shrivalli…
Sumit Nagal’s recent form has been a rough patch, marked by a string of early exits since the Cincinnati Masters. Adding to his struggles, injuries have plagued him, forcing him to miss crucial Davis Cup ties. The ongoing physical setbacks have cast a shadow over what had initially promised to be a strong season for…
The Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship is one of India’s most prestigious and long-standing tennis tournaments, organized by the All India Tennis Association (AITA). It serves as the premier national championship for Indian tennis players, providing a platform for both senior and junior players to showcase their talent. The event is sponsored by Fenesta, a…
Sumit Nagal is all set to make his ATP Rolex Shanghai Masters debut on October 2, 2024, at the Qizhong Forest Sports City Arena in Shanghai. This is a hard-court tennis tournament. Nagal face China’s Wu Yibing in the first round of 128. Wu Yibing is currently ranked 96th in the ATP rankings, while Nagal…
With the Olympics fever over and the discussions already begun about the next generation of talented athletes, Manas Dhamne is making significant strides in the tennis court. The 16-year-old Manas Dhamne caused a major upset by defeating the home favourite and No.1 seed Ionel Nicholas David of Romania at the ongoing ITF Romania F13 to…
