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Rohan Bopanna and his Indonesian partner Aldila Sutjiadi grabbed a win in the opening round of mixed doubles at the US Open 2024 to reach the Round of 16. The duo overcame a formidable challenge from Demi Schuurs and Tim Pütz in a gripping first-round clash, emerging victorious with scores of 7-6 (7), 7-6 (5).
The first set was a fierce battle, with each pair demonstrating its prowess in crucial moments. Schuurs and Pütz initially put up a strong defense, but Rohan Bopanna and Sutjiadi’s aggressive strategy and play paid off.
As the set proceeded, both teams exchanged breaks, leading to a tie-breaker. Bopanna and Sutjiadi exhibited their mental fortitude, securing the set with a 7-6 (7) win. Precise serving and timely net play turned the tide in their favor.
The second set mirrored the intensity of the first, with neither side willing to give an inch. Both sides displayed exceptional skills, keeping the match tightly contested. The second tie-breaker was another testament to Bopanna and Sutjiadi’s composure and tactical prowess.
The duo managed to edge out their opponents with a 7-6 (5) second-set victory, sealing their place in the next round. Their ability to perform under pressure and maintain focus was crucial in overcoming the formidable German-Dutch pair.
What is next for Rohan Bopanna-Aldila Sutjiadi?
Next up, Rohan Bopanna and Aldila Sutjiadi are set to take on John Peers and Katerina Siniakova in the next round. On 29 August, Peers and Siniakova demonstrated their dominance on the court by defeating Luisa Stefani and Rafael Matos with a 6-2, 6-1 victory.
In the first set, Peers and Siniakova capitalized on their opponents' errors and executed their aggressive tactics to secure a comfortable 6-2 victory.
Despite Stefani and Matos' attempts to mount a challenge, Peers and Siniakova’s well-coordinated attacks proved overwhelming. The second set followed a similar pattern, with Peers and Siniakova continuing their dominant display.
They easily dismantled Stefani and Matos, who struggled to cope with the pressure. This helped Peers and Siniakova to clinch the set 6-1, sealing their place in the next round with a commanding overall win.
