Indian tennis player N Sriram Balaji and his partner Miguel Angel Reyes-Varela Martinez delivered a commendable performance in the men’s doubles event at the French Open 2024, securing a place in the third round at the Stade Roland Garros in Paris over the weekend.
In a captivating match against French opponents Dan Added and Theo Arribage, Balaji and Reyes-Varela Martinez emerged victorious with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 triumph in a nearly two-hour battle. Despite entering the main draw as alternates, the duo showcased their skill and advanced to the next round of the esteemed Grand Slam tournament.
Looking ahead, the Indo-Mexican pair may face a formidable challenge in the next round if they encounter second-seeded Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden. However, both teams must first navigate their respective matches to progress further in the competition before such a showdown can occur.
While the first set of the match was closely contested, with both pairs tied at 3-3 early on, Balaji and Reyes-Varela Martinez demonstrated exceptional skill and precision to secure the set 6-4. Despite facing a setback in the second set, they showed resilience and emerged triumphantly in the final set, claiming the match in their favor.
In addition to Balaji’s impressive performance, seasoned Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna is preparing to make his mark in the competition. Teaming up with his Australian partner Matthew Ebden, Bopanna is gearing up to compete against the all-Brazilian team of Orlando Luz and Marcelo Zormann in the upcoming men’s doubles fixture.
Despite weather-related delays in his matches, Bopanna is also set to take the court in the mixed doubles category, partnering with world No. 31 Veronika Kudermetova. The duo is scheduled to face Italy’s Andrea Vavassori and Liudmila Samsonova in their opening match, adding an additional layer of anticipation to the tournament.
As the French Open 2024 progresses, tennis enthusiasts eagerly await the exciting encounters that lie ahead, with players like Balaji and Bopanna poised to make a lasting impression on this prestigious event. Stay tuned for more updates on this thrilling tournament as it unfolds.