Rohan Bopanna, the 43-year-old Indian tennis star, has made history by winning the Australian Open Men’s Doubles title. Alongside partner Matthew Ebden, they secured a straight-set victory against Italy’s Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori. Notably, he becomes the oldest Grand Slam champion and the third Indian man in the Open Era to score a major men’s doubles title. Also, Bopanna’s performance secures him a position as the oldest top-ranked player in the ATP Doubles Rankings.
During the gripping one-hour, 40-minute final, Bopanna and Ebden displayed exceptional prowess! They have dominated their serves by winning 80% of games within their first delivery. What makes this victory even more special for Bopanna is the fact that he made his 17th appearance at the Australian Open in this edition. The duo’s consistent performance throughout the tournament culminated in a thrilling straight-set win of 7-6, 7-5 in the final, showcasing their skill and determination on the grand stage of Melbourne Park.
After winning the Australian Open, Rohan Bopanna thanked his wife for supporting him through tough times. He also mentioned his hardship during the last couple of years. He wasn’t winning at that time and even thought of quitting. But his wife’s encouragement changed everything. Now, he’s not only the oldest Grand Slam champion ever but also secured his second big win.
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In a couple of interviews, he shared “How the struggle of many years felt like a heavy burden lifting off. This victory is not just a tennis success but a story of never giving up, inspiring people everywhere.”
Over the years, Rohan Bopanna has won big in tennis. Besides the recent Australian Open, he clinched the 2017 French Open in mixed doubles.
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His journey is a story of never giving up, showing that age doesn’t limit success. With this recent win, Bopanna’s tennis saga has hit a new high! Proving that passion and determination can overcome any challenge.
