Yuki Bhambri & Alexei Popyrin : In a sensational upset at the 2025 Dubai Tennis Championships, India’s Yuki Bhambri and Australia’s Alexei Popyrin delivered a thrilling performance to defeat the world No. 1 doubles pair, Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic, in the Round of 16. The unseeded Indo-Australian duo staged a dramatic comeback to claim victory 4-6, 7-6(1), 10-3, securing their place in the quarterfinals.
Yuki Bhambri Alexei Popyrin Stun World No. 1 Pair at Dubai Tennis Championships
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A Stunning Comeback
The match started on a tough note for Bhambri and Popyrin, as they lost the first set 4-6 against the top-seeded duo from El Salvador and Croatia. However, the pair displayed resilience in the second set, fighting back to force a tiebreaker. Bhambri and Popyrin held their nerves and dominated the tiebreak, winning it 7-6(1) to level the match.
Dominating the Super Tiebreak
With momentum on their side, Bhambri and Popyrin took complete control in the super tiebreak, overpowering their highly-ranked opponents 10-3. Their aggressive gameplay, powerful serves, and sharp reflexes helped them seal the stunning victory in just over an hour.
Reactions and What’s Next?
After the match, Bhambri expressed his excitement, stating, “It’s an amazing feeling to defeat the best in the world. We trusted our game and gave it everything.” This victory marks another milestone for Bhambri, who had also defeated Arevalo and Pavic in Doha the previous week with Ivan Dodig as his partner.
Following this win, Bhambri and Popyrin will now face the winners of the Round of 16 clash between Rohan Bopanna-Ivan Dodig and Julian Cash-Lloyd Glasspool in the quarterfinals. With their current form, they will be a formidable challenge for any opponent.
With this incredible win, Bhambri and Popyrin have proven their ability to compete at the highest level. As they gear up for their quarterfinal match, tennis fans will be eagerly watching to see if they can continue their giant-killing run at the Dubai Tennis Championships 2025.
FAQs
Who did Yuki Bhambri and Alexei Popyrin defeat at the Dubai Tennis Championships?
They defeated the world No. 1 pair, Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic, in the Round of 16.
What was the final score of the match?
The final score was 4-6, 7-6(1), 10-3 in favor of Bhambri and Popyrin.
