In a historic achievement, veteran Bharat tennis star Rohan Bopanna, aged 43, has etched his name in the annals of tennis history by becoming the oldest player to reach the number one spot in the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) rankings. This milestone was reached after he and his Australian partner, Matthew Ebden, secured a convincing victory in the men’s doubles event at the Australian Open.
Semi-Final Triumph at Margaret Court Arena
Bopanna and Ebden’s journey to the semi-finals was marked by a stellar performance as they outclassed Argentina’s Maximo Gonzalez and Andres Molteni in straight sets at the Margaret Court Arena. The Indo-Australian duo clinched a 6-4, 7-6 (5) victory, showcasing their dominance and skill on the court.
Heartfelt Congratulations from Sania Mirza
Celebrating Bopanna’s historic achievement, his long-time friend and former tennis star Sania Mirza took to Instagram to express her joy. Captioning a picture of herself with Bopanna, she wrote, “You did it Ro. So proud,” encapsulating the sentiments of fans and well-wishers.
Commanding Performance Throughout the Tournament
Bopanna and Ebden’s success in reaching the semi-finals was built on a foundation of consistent and commanding performances. They displayed dominance from the onset, wrapping up the first set in just half an hour with a 6-4 scoreline. The pair continued their impressive form, maintaining a perfect record in tie-breakers throughout the Australian Open.
Securing the Oldest World No. 1 Spot
With this remarkable feat, Bopanna surpassed Rajeev Ram of the USA, who held the top spot at the age of 38 in October 2022. Bopanna’s journey to becoming the oldest World No. 1 adds another chapter to his
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