By – Sujoy Roy: In the sun-dappled courts of Stade Olympique de Colombes, Paris, in 1924, Indian tennis embarked on its Olympic odyssey, with Sydney Jacob and Mohammed Sleem as the pioneers representing our nation for the first time. Their journey marked the beginning of a legacy that would intertwine with the history of the Games itself. The Golden Moment
As the countdown to the Paris Olympics 2024 intensifies, India’s tennis prospects are shaping up with a blend of experience and youthful enthusiasm. The All India Tennis Association (AITA) has finalised its roster, highlighting a mix of seasoned campaigners and promising debutants set to grace the courts of Roland Garros. The seasoned campaigner Rohan Bopanna will lead the charge in
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Stady Nongrum, the esteemed Secretary General of the Meghalaya Tennis Association. This loss is felt profoundly across the Indian tennis community. Mr. Nongrum’s unwavering dedication and gentlemanly spirit have left an indelible mark on the sport. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Mr. Nongrum’s family and friends during this difficult
By Sujoy Roy – India’s Over-50 tennis team demonstrated their formidable prowess on the global stage, securing the runner-up position at the esteemed Fred Perry Cup ITF Tennis Masters M50 World Championship held in Mexico City. Despite a valiant effort in the final against Italy, Team India’s exceptional performance throughout the tournament earned them a well-deserved place on the podium.
By Sujoy Roy At the Miami Open final, Rohan Bopanna and his partner Matt Ebden showcased remarkable resilience and skill, clinching victory in a thrilling showdown against Croatia’s Ivan Dodig and American Austin Krajicek. The top seeds battled back from a set down to secure a 6(3)-7(7), 6-3, 10-6 triumph in a match that lasted one hour and 43 minutes.
By Sujoy Roy Indian doubles pair Niki Poonacha and Rithvik Bollipalli made history as they clinched their maiden ATP Challenger title at San Luis, Mexico, in a display of remarkable skill and teamwork. The duo asserted their dominance on the court, overpowering the Swiss pair of Antoine Bellier and Marc-Andrea Huesler in the final with a convincing scoreline of 6-3,
By Sujoy Roy The Indian team showcased stellar performances throughout the WJT U14Boys Asia Oceania Qualifying in Kuching, Malaysia, securing impressive victories against formidable opponents such as China, Australia, and South Korea to advance to the final. Led by standout players Tavish Pahwa, a semi-finalist at the Orange Bowl, and Eddie Here, a quarterfinalist, the team exhibited exceptional skill and
By Sujoy Roy In a display of sheer doubles mastery, Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni, the formidable Indian pairing, have stamped their authority on the ATP Challenger circuit with a remarkable achievement: claiming consecutive doubles titles. Their journey to glory commenced at the revered Chennai Open before culminating in a triumphant campaign at the illustrious Bengaluru Open. Their journey to
By Sujoy Roy – In a spectacular display of talent and determination, India’s Sumit Nagal etched his name in the annals of Indian tennis history by clinching the Chennai Open ATP Challenger title in commanding fashion. Going head-to-head against top-seeded Luca Nardi of Italy, Nagal delivered a flawless performance, securing a straight-set victory of 6-1, 6-4 at the prestigious SDAT