The Indian men’s doubles pair of Anirudh Chandrasekar and Vijay Prashanth (Anirudh-Vijay) has made a significant stride in the world of tennis by reaching the quarterfinals of the US Men’s Clay Court Championship. This ATP tour event, held in Houston, saw the duo secure a straight-set win against American wild card entrants Michael Mmoh and Frances Tiafoe.
Anirudh-Vijay dominates the pre-quarters at the US Men’s Clay Court Championships
The match, which lasted one hour and 19 minutes, ended with a score of 6-3, 6-4 in favour of Anirudh and Vijay. This victory is a testament to their skill, determination, and teamwork. The pair’s performance has been commendable, and they have proven their mettle on the international stage.
In the quarterfinals, Anirudh and Vijay will face off against the fourth-seeded Australian duo of M Purcell and J Thompson. This upcoming match promises to be an exciting encounter, and fans are eagerly looking forward to it.
Anirudh, currently ranked 113th in the world, and Vijay, ranked 101st, have been steadily climbing the ranks in the world of tennis. Their journey has been marked by significant milestones, including their first-ever Grand Slam event at the Australian Open earlier this year, where they received a wildcard entry.
Their victory in the round of 16 at the US Men’s Clay Court Championship follows their impressive performance at the ATP Dallas 250 in February. There, they registered the biggest win of their career by defeating the second-seeded N Lammons and J Withrow with a score of 6-4, 7-6 (2).
The duo’s success is not just a personal achievement but also a moment of pride for India. Their journey serves as an inspiration for aspiring tennis players in the country and boosts the profile of Indian tennis on the global stage.
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