In an exhilarating display of resilience and skill, India’s Rohan Bopanna and Indonesia’s Aldila Sutjiadi have advanced to the quarterfinals of the mixed doubles event at the US Open 2024. The duo, seeded eighth, overcame a challenging match against the Australian-Czech pair of John Peers and Katerina Siniakova, securing their spot in the next round with a score of 0-6, 7-6 (5), 10-7.
Rohan Bopanna and Aldila Sutjiadi thrive in pre-quarters
The match began on a tough note for Bopanna and Sutjiadi, as they were dominated in the first set. Peers and Siniakova broke their serve thrice, leading to a swift 0-6 defeat. The Indian-Indonesian pair struggled to find their rhythm, and it seemed like an uphill battle from the outset.
However, Bopanna and Sutjiadi showcased their tenacity in the second set. Both pairs engaged in a neck-and-neck battle, with neither willing to concede an inch. The set eventually went into a tiebreaker, where Bopanna and Sutjiadi edged out their opponents 7-5, levelling the match.
With the match tied at one set apiece, the final outcome hinged on a super tie-break. Bopanna and Sutjiadi maintained their momentum, displaying excellent coordination and strategic play. They clinched the tie-break 10-7, securing their place in the quarterfinals.
In the quarterfinals, Bopanna and Sutjiadi are set to face the formidable fourth-seeded duo of Matthew Ebden from Australia and Barbora Krejcikova from the Czech Republic. This match promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both pairs have demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the tournament.
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Before their victory over Peers and Siniakova, Bopanna and Sutjiadi had a strong start to their US Open campaign. They won their opening round against Germany’s Tim Puetz and Dutch player Demi Schuurs with a score of 7-6 (7), 7-6 (5). This victory set the tone for their subsequent matches, highlighting their ability to perform under pressure.
As Bopanna and Sutjiadi prepare for their quarterfinal match against Ebden and Krejcikova, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how they will fare against the higher-seeded opponents. The match is scheduled for September 3, and it is expected to be a closely contested battle.
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