India's Rohan Bopanna Advances to Men's Doubles Semifinals in Pune

India, 15 December 2025 — Veteran Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna, alongside his partner, has advanced to the semifinals of the men's doubles event at the ongoing Tata Open Maharashtra in Pune. Bopanna, teaming up with French player Édouard Roger-Vasselin, secured a straight-sets victory over the duo of Ivan Dodig and Austin Krajicek on Thursday.

The match, held at the Balewadi Stadium, saw Bopanna and Roger-Vasselin deliver a convincing performance with a scoreline of 6-4, 6-3. The victory marks a significant step for Bopanna, who is aiming to capture the title on home soil.

The Tata Open Maharashtra, an ATP 250 event, is the only ATP tournament hosted in India and has been a spotlight for Indian tennis players to showcase their skills on the international stage. Bopanna's progress in the tournament highlights his enduring presence in the doubles circuit.

As the tournament progresses, Bopanna and Roger-Vasselin are set to face the winner of the quarterfinal match between the pairs of Santiago Gonzalez and Edouard Roger-Vasselin against the team of Robert Farah and Juan Sebastian Cabal. The semifinals are scheduled for later this week.

Bopanna, a former Grand Slam champion, continues to be a formidable force in doubles and remains a pivotal figure in Indian tennis. His performance in Pune reflects his ongoing commitment to the sport and his ability to compete at the highest level.