Veteran Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna and his Australian partner Matthew Ebden have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the men’s doubles event at the Paris Masters. The Indo-Australian duo eked out a hard-fought 6-4, 7-6 win over the Brazilian-German combine of Marcelo Melo and Alexander Zverev in one hour and 16 minutes.
Match Highlights
The third-seeded Indo-Australian pair made a crucial break in the first game to take the opening set. They continued their strong performance in the second set, winning 91 per cent of their first serve and hitting four aces. Despite the opportunity to break their opponents in the fifth game of the second set, Melo and Zverev managed to hold, pushing the match to a tie-breaker.
Rohan Bopanna and Mathew Ebden’s Path to the Quarterfinals
Earlier this week, Bopanna and Ebden had already secured a spot in the prestigious season-ending ATP Finals, adding to their impressive season. Their victory over Melo and Zverev further solidifies their position as strong contenders in the tournament.
As they advance to the quarterfinals, Bopanna and Ebden will face tough competition from the remaining top teams in the tournament. Their consistent performance and strong partnership will be key as they aim for a deep run in the Paris Masters.
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