The top-seeded Indian duo, Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan and Vijay Sundar Prashanth, have stormed into the men’s doubles final at the Maha Open ATP Challenger 100 Tennis Championship. They secured their spot after defeating fellow Indian Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha and Zimbabwe’s Courtney John Lock in straight sets (7-6(5), 6-3).
Match Highlights
First Set:
The opening set was a closely contested battle, pushing both teams into a tiebreak. Nedunchezhiyan and Prashanth displayed exceptional composure, securing the set with a 7-6(5) victory.
Second Set:
With momentum on their side, the Indian pair dominated the second set, taking full control of the game and clinching a 6-3 win to advance to the final.
Upcoming Final Showdown
In the final match, Nedunchezhiyan and Prashanth will face the second-seeded Australian team of Blake Bayldon and Matthew Christopher Romios. The Australian pair booked their place in the final after defeating Britain’s Jay Clarke and Austria’s Jurij Rodionov in a competitive match, ending 6-3, 3-6, 10-5.
Recent Performance of the Indian Duo
The Indian pair has been in top form throughout the tournament, demonstrating strong coordination and strategic play. Their aggressive approach and resilience have positioned them as strong contenders to claim the Maha Open title.
Notable Singles Matches
In the singles draw, Brandon Holt from the USA pulled off a major upset by defeating top seed Billy Harris of Great Britain. Holt secured his semifinal spot with a hard-fought 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory.
He will now face eighth-seeded Alexis Galarneau of Canada, who managed to overcome defending champion Valentin Vacherot of Monaco in a thrilling encounter that ended 3-6, 6-3, 7-6(3).
FAQ
Q: When is the men’s doubles final scheduled?
A: The final match will take place at the Mhalunge Balewadi Tennis Stadium in Pune, Maharashtra.
Q: How have Nedunchezhiyan and Prashanth performed in recent tournaments?
A: The duo has been in outstanding form, frequently reaching the finals of ATP Challenger events.
Q: Who are the top seeds in the singles draw?
A: The top seed in the singles draw was Billy Harris of Great Britain, who was eliminated by Brandon Holt in the quarterfinals.
Stay tuned for the final clash, as Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan and Vijay Sundar Prashanth aim to secure the Maha Open men’s doubles title!
