In the Australian Open 2024, 43-year-old Rohan Bopanna from India achieved a historic feat on Saturday. In the men’s doubles final, he secured victory alongside Australia’s Matthew Ebden. Winning the Australian Open men’s doubles title for the second time, they defeated Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori in a successful partnership. Bopanna, at the age of 43, became the oldest player to win a Grand Slam doubles title. His previous victory was in the 2018 French Open men’s doubles.
Rohan Bopanna Makes History Secures Australian Open 2024 Men’s Doubles Title at 43
At the age of 43, Rohan Bopanna claimed the top spot in the world rankings, making him the number 1 in the global doubles rankings. This achievement makes him the fourth-best doubles player in the country, earning him the prestigious Padma Shri award. This recognition undoubtedly boosts his morale and sets a new benchmark.
In the first set, Bopanna displayed his experience and skills, dominating the backcourt with powerful shots. Despite a tough 6-6 tie in the set, Bopanna and Ebden secured a convincing 7-0 victory in the tiebreaker, winning the set 7-6 (7-0).
The second set witnessed intense competition from both pairs. The game reached a 5-5 tie, showcasing remarkable play in their respective services. In the 11th game, Bopanna and Ebden managed to break the Italian opponents’ service, securing a crucial 6-5 lead. Now, with the advantage on their side, they needed to capitalize on their services to claim the victory. Bopanna, drawing on his wealth of experience, won the game, securing the second set 7-5 and clinching the Grand Slam title at the age of 43.
In Australia, the chant of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” echoed as Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden celebrated their well-deserved victory.
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