India's Rohan Bopanna Advances to Semi-Finals at ATP Tennis Event

India, 15 December 2025 — Veteran Indian tennis player Rohan Bopanna has advanced to the semi-finals of the ATP 250 tennis tournament in Pune. Bopanna, partnering with Frenchman Edouard Roger-Vasselin, secured a straight-sets victory over the duo of Marcelo Arevalo and Jean-Julien Rojer on Thursday.
The match, held at the Balewadi Stadium, saw the Indo-French pair win 6-3, 7-5 in a tightly contested encounter. Bopanna's consistent serve and strong net play were instrumental in overcoming their opponents, who are both accomplished doubles specialists.
This victory marks a significant achievement for Bopanna, as it propels him closer to a title on home soil, an aspiration he has frequently expressed in his career. The win also boosts Bopanna's rankings and positions him as a formidable doubles player on the ATP circuit.
Bopanna and Roger-Vasselin will face the winners of the quarter-final match between the top-seeded pair and their challengers. The semi-final is scheduled to take place on Saturday, continuing the exciting action at the ATP event in Pune.
The tournament, part of the ATP 250 series, is a key fixture in India's tennis calendar, attracting top talent from around the world and providing a platform for Indian players to showcase their skills.