In an intense showdown that lasted one hour and 18 minutes, the Indian tennis duo of Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni overcame the American pair of Vasil Kirkov and Bart Stevens with final scores of 6-4, 4-6, and a decisive 10-3 in the match tiebreak.
On Sunday, Ramkumar and Saketh clinched the coveted Seoul Open ATP Challenger title held in Korea, marking yet another achievement in their burgeoning doubles career. Prior to this victory, the duo had already tasted success, having previously secured Challenger titles in Bengaluru and Chennai, establishing themselves as a formidable force on the challenger circuit.
Ramkumar, Saketh win Seoul Open ATP challenger title
The pair started their match with a strong showing, winning the first set 6-4 against their opponents. However, the second set brought serious challenges as Stevens rallied impressively, allowing the American team to claim a 4-6 win. Undeterred, Ramkumar and Saketh regrouped and delivered a stunning performance in the match tiebreak, overpowering Kirkov and Stevens with a commanding score of 10-3, thus sealing their victory.
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This victory at the Seoul Open marks Ramkumar and Saketh’s fourth Challenger title, further solidifying their credentials within the competitive tennis circuit. Notably, they also captured a silver medal at the 2023 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, enhancing their profiles as top contenders in the sport.
Earlier this month, Ramkumar Ramanathan achieved a significant milestone in his singles ranking, following an impressive victory over Ugo Blanchet in the round of 16 at the Kachreti Challenger, which coincided with his qualification round at the prestigious Shanghai Masters.
The All India Tennis Association (AITA) has faced scrutiny after its clash with prominent Indian players Sumit Nagal and Yuki Bhambhri, who opted out of the Davis Cup. Consequently, India fielded lower-ranked players for the tournament, resulting in a tough 4-2 defeat against Sweden.
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**Interview with Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni on Winning the Seoul Open 2024 ATP Challenger Title**
**Host:** Congratulations, Ramkumar and Saketh, on your impressive victory at the Seoul Open! How does it feel to win this title?
**Ramkumar:** Thank you! It feels amazing. Winning here is special for us, especially after the challenges we faced during the match. It’s always great to bring home another title.
**Saketh:** Absolutely. Each tournament teaches us something new, and this win adds to our momentum on the Challenger circuit.
**Host:** The match was quite a rollercoaster—starting strong, then facing a tough second set, and finally delivering in the match tiebreak. What was your strategy throughout the match?
**Saketh:** We knew we had to start strong, and I think we did that with our communication on court. After dropping the second set, we just focused on not letting the pressure get to us. We reset our minds and went back to doing what worked in the first set.
**Ramkumar:** Exactly. We adjusted our game plan during the break between the second set and the tiebreak. It’s important not to dwell on mistakes but to stay mentally focused.
**Host:** This victory marks your fourth Challenger title. How do you think this win will influence your future tournaments?
**Ramkumar:** Winning consistently is crucial. It boosts our confidence and allows us to believe in our synergy as a team. We aim to keep that momentum going as we head into more competitions.
**Saketh:** Yes, and we look forward to facing tougher opponents as we continue to improve. Every title helps us grow individually and as a duo.
**Host:** Looking ahead, what are your goals for the rest of this season?
**Saketh:** Right now, we’re focused on building on this success. We want to challenge ourselves in higher-level tournaments and see how far we can go.
**Ramkumar:** We’re also aiming to qualify for more ATP events and, ideally, make a deep run in some of the larger competitions. It’s all about taking one step at a time.
**Host:** Thank you both for joining us, and once again, congratulations on your victory at the Seoul Open! We’ll be cheering you on at your upcoming tournaments!
**Ramkumar:** Thank you!
**Saketh:** Thanks for having us!
