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Ramkumar Ramanathan recovers in time against Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi as India take 2-0 lead against Pakistan

[ad_1] Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, one of Pakistan’s most accomplished tennis players, may now be 43 years old, and may not even be placed on the singles rankings of the ATP Tour, but he found himself seven points away from creating a huge upset. But India’s Ramkumar Ramanathan clutched up on serve and return to save himself from the blushes and overturn a one-set deficit against Qureshi, prevailing 6-7 (3), 7-6 (4), 6-0 in the opening singles rubber of the Davis Cup World Group 1 playoff tie between India and Pakistan in Islamabad on Saturday. N Sriram Balaji, a relatively inexperienced singles player in the past few years, followed up Ramkumar’s win by defeating 44-year-old veteran Aqeel Khan 7-5, 6-3 to give India an imposing 2-0 lead in the tie heading into the second day. India were the f...

2Feb

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Davis Cup: India’s best is World No. 461, Pakistan’s World No. 1681

[ad_1] A huge rankings mismatch between the two sides and a venue with capacity to accomodate 500 fans has taken the shine off the rare Indian team’s tour of Pakistan. While the attention-grabbing aspect of this tie may be the frosty sporting relations between the two countries, India will hope to ride their status as heavy favourites to go back into World Group 1.Following tough ties against Casper Ruud-led Norway and Holger Rune-led Denmark, India found themselves in the humbling position of being demoted to World Group 2, but favourable ties against lower-ranked Morocco at home, and now Pakistan away, should give them a chance to go back up one division. The Indian team does not feature either Sumit Nagal – fresh off a confidence-boosting second-round finish at the Australian Open – o...

2Feb

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India Davis Cup captain Zeeshan Ali looks to spread friendship, tennis | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India's Davis Cup captain Zeeshan Ali on Friday deftly addressed various unexpected volleys in a press meet, including the reasons why other Indian sports teams, notably cricket, avoid visiting Pakistan. The conversation also touched on the humorous anecdotes about the team's shopping experiences in Islamabad.The Indian Davis Cup squad has refrained from venturing outside their team hotel, with their activities limited to training at the Islamabad Sports Complex, owing to stringent security measures. Zeeshan adeptly navigated these questions, expressing optimism about the possibility of a brief outing and providing insightful responses about the broader purpose behind their visit.“We have not been out anywhere. I am hoping a trip can be arranged," said Zeeshan, rather s...

28Jan

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Pakistan High Commission issues visas to Indian team for upcoming Davis Cup tie

[ad_1] The Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi announced via a release on Sunday that it has issued visas for Indian players and support staff for the upcoming Davis Cup World Group 1 playoff tie to be held on the grass courts of Islamabad on February 3-4. The All India Tennis Association (AITA) had initially seen an appeal to have the tie in a neutral venue rejected by an International Tennis Federation tribunal. The most recent tie between the two countries in 2019 had been held in Kazakhstan. Following the rejection of their appeal, AITA began the process of seeking permission from the sports ministry to travel to Pakistan, where Indian teams, outside of some exceptions, have usually refrained from visiting due to bilateral tensions. This will be the first time that an Indian tea...

23Dec

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AITA loses appeal in ITF tribunal, Indian Davis Cup team will have to travel to Pakistan | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The ITF tribunal has dismissed AITA's concerns about security risks for the Indian Davis Cup team during the World Group I Play-off tie in Islamabad. The decision opens the path for the Indian tennis team to visit Pakistan for the first time in 60 years.If the Indian team now opts not to travel to Pakistan, the host country would be granted the victory, leading to the Indian team's relegation to World Group II.The last visit by an Indian Davis Cup team to Pakistan dates back to 1964 when they secured a 4-0 victory against the hosts.Anil Dhupar, the Secretary General of the All India Tennis Association (AITA), confirmed to PTI that the ITF has turned down their appeal."I have got a message that AITA's appeal has been rejected by the ITF Tribunal. We will approach Sports ...

13Oct

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Tennis | Asian Games silver medal a great morale booster, says Saketh Myneni

[ad_1] Tennis star Saketh Myneni with wife Lakshmi Anumolu to whom he owes a lot for winning the Asian Games silver medal in men’s doubles. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement At 35, many athletes might well think about life after sports! But, for Davis Cupper Saketh Myneni, the journey in search of excellence at the highest level goes on.Not surprisingly, this gifted tennis player, who achieved a career-best doubles ranking of No. 74 this year, made another emphatic statement about his abilities winning the men’s doubles silver (partnering Ramkumar Ramanathan) in the recent Asian Games.“Winning my third medal in the Asiad is a truly fabulous feeling. It only reminds you that you still have a lot more still to give. I owe a lot to my wife for this medal,” Saketh in a chat with The Hind...

29Sep

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Asian Games: Tennis duo Saketh Myneni and Ramkumar Ramanathan claim silver in doubles final | Asian Games 2023 News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The Indian tennis duo Saketh Myneni and Ramkumar Ramanathan secured a silver medal in the men's doubles final at the ongoing Asian Games.Facing off against the formidable Chinese Taipei pair of Yu-hsiou Hsu and Jason Jung, Myneni and Ramanathan put up a fierce fight. However, they ultimately conceded victory with a score of 4-6, 4-6, clinching a well-deserved silver medal.Asian Games Day 6This achievement marks India's first medal in tennis at the Hangzhou Asian Games, and it's a testament to the dedication and prowess of the Indian tennis contingent."10/10 on Performance! India's Doubles pair of @ramkumar1994 and @SakethMyneni clinched the silver medal in the Finals, and their performance was nothing short of exceptional! This is India's 10th Silver medal so far And no...

28Sep

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Hangzhou Asian Games: Full India schedule on September 29; live updates, live streaming details | Asian Games 2023 News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: On the sixth day of the Hangzhou Asian Games, Indian athletes will be participating in various events, including the commencement of athletics competitions. However, the spotlight will be on Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni, as they are set to compete in the men's doubles tennis final.Follow Timesofindia.com's live blog to catch all the live action and fast updates straight away from Hangzhou. Following is India's Day 6 schedule and results at the Asian Games on Friday, September 29.Golf4 AM: P Sharath Urs, A Prashanth, Aditi Ashok in Women's Individual & Team Round 2Anirban Lahiri, SSP Chawrasia, Khalin Joshi, Shubhankar Sharma in Men's Individual & Team Round 2Athletics4:30 AM: Sandeep Kumar, Vikash Singh in Men's 20km Race Walk Final4:40 AM: Priyanka in ...

28Sep

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Hangzhou Asian Games: Ramkumar-Myneni pair one win away from tennis men’s doubles gold | Asian Games 2023 News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: India's tennis duo of Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni on Thursday secured their place in the men's doubles final by defeating the resilient Korean team of Seongchan Hong and Soonwoo Kwon.While the Koreans initially struggled, losing the first set in a rather uneventful fashion, they fought back vigorously.However, Myneni and Ramkumar displayed exceptional composure and determination, ultimately prevailing with a scoreline of 6-1, 6-7(8), and a commanding 10-0 victory in the semifinals.In the upcoming gold medal match, the Indian team will face off against the representatives from Chinese Taipei, who advanced by defeating Thailand.India had won the men's doubles title in the last edition in Indonesia with Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan emerging victorious in the fi...

27Sep

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Hangzhou Asian Games: Ramkumar-Saketh pair ensures medal in men’s doubles tennis | Asian Games 2023 News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni have secured a medal opportunity for India in tennis at the Asian Games by advancing to the men's doubles semifinals. However, Sumit Nagal and Ankita Raina faced disappointment as they lost their respective singles quarterfinals.The second-seeded Indian duo managed to fend off a late challenge from China's Zhizhen Zhang and Yibing Wu, ultimately winning 6-1, 7-6(8) in the quarterfinals.Their journey to the semifinals guarantees India at least a bronze medal. For Myneni, this will mark his third Asian Games medal, having previously won the men's doubles silver and mixed doubles gold in 2014.This will be the first-ever Asian Games medal for Ramanathan, who had a challenging 2023 season, enduring 17 first-round singles losses.Despite b...

20Jun

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Rohan Bopanna, Ankita Raina to spearhead Indian challenge in tennis at Asian Games | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Tuesday announced the 12-member squad for the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou, which will commence on September 23.Doubles specialist Rohan Bopanna will once again carry the hopes of India, alongside other talented players.The men's team includes Sumit Nagal, Sasikumar Mukund, Ramkumar Ramanathan, Yuki Bhambri, Saketh Myneni, and the experienced 43-year-old Bopanna, who will lead the charge.Ankita Raina, the previous Asian Games bronze medallist in singles, will lead the women's contingent. The team also comprises Karman Kaur Thandi, Rututaj Bhosle, Sahaja Yamlapalli, Vaidehi Chaudhari, and Prarthane Thombare, as stated by AITA in a media statement.In the 2018 Asian Games held in Jakarta, India secured a gold and two bronze me...

3Jan

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Ramkumar misses chances, makes exit from Tata Open

[ad_1] Ramkumar Ramanathan squandered break points in the deciding third set as another home players fell by the way side at the Tata Open Maharshtra here on Tuesday. His serve and volley game worked wonders in the opening set but Ramkumar allowed world number 62 Pedro Martinez to make a comeback in the first round contest which the Spaniard won 3-6 7-5 6-3. In the two hour and 28-minute contest, Ramkumar got a grip initially but the Spanish player found a way to trouble the home favourite.Martinez moved Ramkumar around with deep returns and often landed shots near the Indian’s feet, making it tough for him to pick up half volleys. His passing shots were a delight to watch and they made a lot of difference to the outcome of the match. Egged on by the crowd, Ramkumar fought his heart out ...

1Jan

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Ramkumar enters Tata Open Maharashtra main draw | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] PUNE: Indian tennis player Ramkumar Ramanathan sailed into the main draw of the Tata Open Maharashtra but compatriot Yuki Bhambri failed to advance after losing his final qualifying match on Sunday.Ramkumar, who entered the draw as a wildcard, got the better of third seed Italian Mattia Bellucci 6-3, 7-5 in one hour 30 minutes.Yuki, on the other hand, was dispatched by last year's semi-finalist, Sweden's Elias Ymer, 1-6, 4-6 in an hour and 12 minutes.Other Indians in the fray, Prajnesh Gunneswaran, Sidharth Rawat and Aditya Balsekar had lost their first round of qualifying on Saturday.South Asia's only ATP 250 event is being conducted by the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA) in association with the state government.!(function(f, b, e, v, n, t, s) { ...

24Dec

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AITA names five-member Indian team for Davis Cup World Group 1 play-off away tie against Denmark | Tennis News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The All India Tennis Association (AITA) on Saturday announced a five-member team for the Davis Cup World Group 1 play-off away tie against Denmark to be played at Royal Stage Stadium in Hillerod on February 3 and 4.Sasikumar Mukund, Prajnesh Gunneswaran, Ramkumar Ramanathan, Rohan Bopanna and Yuki Bhambri were picked for the tie while Sumit Nagal was named as the reserve.Rohit Rajpal will be the non-playing captain.The AITA said the players were selected on the basis of their availability and performance.The team was named after a virtual selection committee meeting under the chairmanship of Nandan Bal.India had defeated Denmark 4-0 in the Davis Cup 2022 World Group I play-off tie at the Delhi Gymkhana Club here in March.Later, the Indian team lost to Norway 1-3 in the ...