World no.1 Rohan Bopanna presents his Australian Open 2024 winning racket to PM Modi
10 months, 3 weeks ago

World no.1 Rohan Bopanna presents his Australian Open 2024 winning racket to PM Modi

India TV News  

India's veteran tennis player Rohan Bopanna met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Friday and presented the racket that brought him the Australian Open 2024 title last week. Bopanna shared some pictures of him representing the Australian Open Cup and his racket with Modi and thanked the latter for acknowledging his glory in Melbourne. Modi also praised Bopanna for Making India proud at the Australian Open and wished him the best for the future tournament. The 43-year-old Bengaluru-born Bopanna became the only fourth Indian after legendary Sania Mirza, Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupati to clinch the Grand Slam title and top the ATP rankings in doubles.

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'My last event for the country': Rohan Bopanna announces retirement from Indian tennis after Paris Olympics exit
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'My last event for the country': Rohan Bopanna announces retirement from Indian tennis after Paris Olympics exit

Firstpost  

It was not a perfect way to end his India career but Rohan Bopanna would take the early exit from the Paris Olympics on the chin, content that he could live his dream for 22 years. Indian tennis icon Rohan Bopanna on Monday confirmed that he has played for the country for one last time following his exit from the …

Rohan Bopanna and his unyielding pursuit of glory
10 months ago

Rohan Bopanna and his unyielding pursuit of glory

The Hindu  

Rohan Bopanna’s recent exploits have breathed new life into the flailing health of Indian tennis, which has been gasping for air for some time now. That is something that has always carried me—my perseverance in constantly trying to find new ways to get better,” Bopanna said after receiving the ‘Ace of Aces’ Award at the Sportstar ACES Awards 2024. Old …

Rohan Bopanna meets Narendra Modi after Australian Open triumph, presents special gift to Indian Prime Minister
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohan Bopanna meets Narendra Modi after Australian Open triumph, presents special gift to Indian Prime Minister

Hindustan Times  

Rohan Bopanna scripted history at the recently concluded Australian Open, clinching the men's doubles title with partner Matthew Ebden at the Rod Laver Arena. After his triumph, Bopanna met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and the tennis star's joy knew no bounds. This was Bopanna's first Grand Slam doubles triumph after 60 attempts -- another record. The India great's only …

'This Acknowledgement is Very Humbling': Rohan Bopanna Meets PM Narendra Modi After AO Heroics
10 months, 3 weeks ago

'This Acknowledgement is Very Humbling': Rohan Bopanna Meets PM Narendra Modi After AO Heroics

News 18  

Recently crowned Australian Open men’s doubles champion Rohan Bopanna, who also clinched the top spot in the ATP men’s doubles rankings for the first time in his career, visited the honourable Prime Minister of the Nation, Shri Narendra Modi following his historic triumph down under. The 43-year-old shared a post on social media platform X, formerly Twitter, with pictures from …

Rohan Bopanna receives hero's welcome at Bengaluru airport following Australian Open triumph | WATCH
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohan Bopanna receives hero's welcome at Bengaluru airport following Australian Open triumph | WATCH

India TV News  

The pride of Indian men's tennis, Rohan Bopanna, received a hero's welcome at the Bengaluru Airport after he returned home following his maiden doubles Grand Slam triumph at the Australian Open. Watch the grand reception of Rohan Bopanna: Notably, Bopanna's magnificent run at the Australian Open 2024 tournament culminated with him securing the silverware alongside his men's doubles partner Matthew …

Rohan Bopanna's triumph can't hide the fact that Indian tennis is gasping for breath
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohan Bopanna's triumph can't hide the fact that Indian tennis is gasping for breath

Hindustan Times  

Rohan Bopanna had created a stir in India following his Australian Open doubles glory last weekend. Rohan Bopanna will not play the mixed doubles event at the Olympics and the reason is heartbreaking If truth be told, for many it was hard to believe that it was Bopanna's first doubles grand slam win. It was hard to believe that in …

Rohan Bopanna's Australian Open feat leaves Sania Mirza, Somdev 'speechless'
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohan Bopanna's Australian Open feat leaves Sania Mirza, Somdev 'speechless'

Hindustan Times  

Rohan Bopanna capped off a sensational fortnight at Melbourne with a maiden Grand Slam title in men's doubles. Rohan Bopanna won his maiden Grand Slam men's doubles title at the 2024 Australian Open Bopanna's feat left compatriots and former colleagues Sania Mirza and Somdev Devvarman, watching from the commentary box alongside Purav Raja, "speechless". Partnering Australia's Matthew Ebden, Bopanna beat …

Rohan Bopanna's Australian Open win leaves wife Supriya Annaiah teary-eyed
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohan Bopanna's Australian Open win leaves wife Supriya Annaiah teary-eyed

Hindustan Times  

Rohan Bopanna sunk to the ground after hitting the winner -- a forehand smash volley -- that sealed his maiden Grand Slam men's doubles win at the 2024 Australian Open, then returned to his feet and ran towards partner Matthew Ebden to bump chests. India's Rohan Bopanna poses with his family after victory against Italy's Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori …

Neeraj Chopra, Sachin Tendulkar and others congratulate Rohan Bopanna on Australian Open 2024 men’s doubles title
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra, Sachin Tendulkar and others congratulate Rohan Bopanna on Australian Open 2024 men’s doubles title

The Hindu  

Rohan Bopanna’s long wait for a first men’s doubles Grand Slam title ended on Saturday as the Indian, along with Australia’s Matthew Ebden, won the Australian Open in Melbourne. Neeraj Chopra, reigning world and Olympic champion in men’s javelin throw, legendary Indian batter Sachin Tendulkar and many others congratulated Bopanna on social media. Here are some of the reactions: Neeraj …

Rohan Bopanna’s first reaction after winning Australian Open 2024
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohan Bopanna’s first reaction after winning Australian Open 2024

Live Mint  

In his first reaction after winning the Australian Open 2024, tennis star Rohan Bopanna shared his tedious journey towards becoming the oldest grand slam winner in the world. At the age of 43, Rohan Bopanna paired up with Australia's Matthew Ebden and defeated Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori on Saturday to clinch his second grand slam title. While praising his …

Australian Open 2024: Rohan Bopanna reveals secret of reaching finals
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Australian Open 2024: Rohan Bopanna reveals secret of reaching finals

Live Mint  

Rohan Bopanna aced a serve to clinch the third set and book a place in men's doubles of the Australian Open 2024 final. The men's doubles semi-final was a nervy match but Bopanna and his Australian men's doubles partner Matthew Ebden capped their brilliant run in the tournament with a win on Thursday. Furthermore, looking forward to the much-anticipated final …

Rohan Bopanna, Australian Open 2024: Men’s Doubles Final Preview, when and where to watch
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohan Bopanna, Australian Open 2024: Men’s Doubles Final Preview, when and where to watch

The Hindu  

Rohan Bopanna and his Australian partner Matthew Ebden face Italy’s Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori in the men’s doubles final of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Saturday. The Australian Open men’s doubles final between Rohan Bopanna-Matthew Ebden and Simone Bolelli-Andrea Vavassori will begin around 3:30PM IST on Saturday and will be telecast live on Sony Sports Network while the …

Rohan Bopanna hopes No.1 ranking inspires ‘next generation’ of Indian tennis
11 months ago

Rohan Bopanna hopes No.1 ranking inspires ‘next generation’ of Indian tennis

Hindustan Times  

Rohan Bopanna feels that his ascent to world No. 1 ranking in men's doubles after reaching the semifinals of the Australian Open along with his partner Matthew Ebden of Australia here on Wednesday. 3 for the first time in 2013, is the fourth Indian after Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi and Sania Mirza to take the world number one rank in …

Australian Open 2024, Day 5 Order of Play: Sumit Nagal in second round, Rohan Bopanna begins campaign
11 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open 2024, Day 5 Order of Play: Sumit Nagal in second round, Rohan Bopanna begins campaign

India Today  

Indian tennis fans will have plenty to look forward to as Sumit Nagal makes his appearance in the second round of the men's singles on Day 5 of the Australian Open 2024. Australian Open 2024, Day 4: Highlights Additionally, Rohan Bopanna, India's seasoned doubles specialist, is set to begin his journey at the tournament. The main court action also features …

Watch: PM Narendra Modi consoled Team India in the dressing room after World Cup loss
1 year, 1 month ago

Watch: PM Narendra Modi consoled Team India in the dressing room after World Cup loss

Firstpost  

After handing over the World Cup trophy to Australia skipper Pat Cummins, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a visit to a crestfallen Indian cricket team in the dressing room. Prime Minister Narendra Modi consoled 🇮🇳 Team India in the dressing room after their World Cup final loss against Australia on Sunday pic.twitter.com/L4x7231Pb1 — Firstpost Sports November 21, 2023 Mohammad Shami …

Rohan Bopanna signs off from Davis Cup, India into World Group I play-offs
1 year, 3 months ago

Rohan Bopanna signs off from Davis Cup, India into World Group I play-offs

India TV News  

India Legend Rohan Bopanna signed off from Davis Cup after a thumping win in doubles alongside Yuki Bhambri at the Mini Stadium in Lucknow on Sunday. Bopanna's doubles win helped India seal a 4-1 tie against Morocco to take them into the World Group I play-offs. After this contest, India's top-ranked singles player Sumit Nagal and debutant Digvijay Pratap Singh …

US Open 2023: Rohan Bopanna loses men's doubles final with partner Matthew Ebden
1 year, 3 months ago

US Open 2023: Rohan Bopanna loses men's doubles final with partner Matthew Ebden

Firstpost  

Rohan Bopanna, playing his fifth doubles final at a major, and partner Matthew Ebden went down to Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram in New York. Rohan Bopanna’s wait to win a men’s doubles Grand Slam title continued after he and his partner Matthew Ebden lost in the US Open final to defending champions Joe Salisbury and Rajeev Ram on Saturday. …

Rohan Bopanna all set for new season after rubbing shoulders with the best in Dubai
1 year, 11 months ago

Rohan Bopanna all set for new season after rubbing shoulders with the best in Dubai

The Hindu  

Rohan Bopanna competed with some of the best players in the world — men and women — in the relaxed ambience of the World Tennis League in Dubai. With his schedule packed till the Davis Cup tie against Denmark, Bopanna was back home for a few days in Bengaluru, before going to Pune for the Maharashtra Open ATP event to …

Rohan Bopanna hopes to make the most of new tennis men’s doubles partnership with Wimbledon champ Matthew Ebden
2 years ago

Rohan Bopanna hopes to make the most of new tennis men’s doubles partnership with Wimbledon champ Matthew Ebden

The Hindu  

It has been a memorable season for Rohan Bopanna, finishing in the top-20, and he looks forward to having a better season next with the reigning Wimbledon doubles champion Matthew Ebden of Australia. He has had a wonderful year, in the Davis Cup final, made Australian Open final and won Wimbledon”, said Bopanna. Winning three titles on the Tour this …

PM Narendra Modi congratulates Neeraj Chopra on silver medal win at World Athletics Championships 2022
2 years, 5 months ago

PM Narendra Modi congratulates Neeraj Chopra on silver medal win at World Athletics Championships 2022

Firstpost  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Neeraj Chopra for clinching the silver medal at the World Championships in the javelin throw final. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Neeraj Chopra for clinching the silver medal at the World Athletics Championships 2022 in the javelin throw final. Neeraj created history on Sunday by becoming only the second Indian and …

Rohan Bopanna frustrated with Tokyo Olympics qualification row: AITA's Anil Dhupar has done 0 homework
3 years, 5 months ago

Rohan Bopanna frustrated with Tokyo Olympics qualification row: AITA's Anil Dhupar has done 0 homework

India Today  

Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna hit out at the All India Tennis Association and its General Secretary Anil Dhupar, saying the federation has done zero homework when it came to understanding the International Tennis Federation rules for Tokyo Olympics qualification. Rohan Bopanna's comments came after it was reported that the AITA had requested the International Tennis Federation to pair up …

Australian Open 2021: Rohan Bopanna knocked out in opening round of men's doubles
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open 2021: Rohan Bopanna knocked out in opening round of men's doubles

India TV News  

India endured a second successive disappointing result at the Australian Open with Rohan Bopanna and Ben McLachlan bowing out after a close opening-round defeat to Ji Sung Nam and Min-Kyu Song in the men's doubles event, here on Wednesday. Bopanna and his Japanese partner lost 4-6 6-7 to the Korean wild card pair in one hour and 17 minutes. Bopanna …

Australian Open 2020: Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna to partner with Japan's Ben McLachlan
3 years, 10 months ago

Australian Open 2020: Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna to partner with Japan's Ben McLachlan

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna’s search for a partner for the men’s doubles competition at the Australian Open ended on Saturday as he tied up with Japan’s Ben McLachlan for the season’s first Grand Slam. Bopanna, who served a 14-day hard quarantine after arriving in Melbourne on 16 January, informed that Ben and he were in the same boat. …

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