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Rohan Bopanna picks N Sriram Balaji as his partner for Paris Olympics

In an exciting development in the world of Indian tennis, Rohan Bopanna has chosen N Sriram Balaji as his partner for the upcoming Paris Olympics. Bopanna, a seasoned player at 44 years old, made the decision after Balaji’s impressive performance at the French Open.

Balaji, along with his Mexican partner MA Reyes-Varela Martinez, put up a strong fight against the second-seeded Bopanna and Matthew Ebden at Roland Garros. Balaji’s solid baseline game and strong serve caught the attention of Bopanna, who had the choice to pick his partner after securing a spot in the Olympics due to his high ranking.

When contacted, AITA Secretary General Anil Dhupar expressed his approval of Bopanna’s decision to play with Balaji. Dhupar praised Balaji’s recent performances, stating, “Balaji is a good player. He played well in Pakistan and showed his skills on clay at the French Open. If Rohan wants to play with him, we have no objection.”

With the Paris Olympics approaching, all eyes will be on the Bopanna-Balaji partnership as they aim to make a mark in the prestigious event. Stay tuned for more updates on their journey to the Olympics.

Lakshya Sen and Priyanshu Rajawat shine at Indonesia Open

Meanwhile, in badminton, Lakshya Sen kicked off his Indonesia Open Super 1000 campaign with a convincing victory, while HS Prannoy faced an early exit at the hands of Priyanshu Rajawat. Priyanshu’s win over Prannoy adds to the challenges faced by the seasoned player this season.

On the women’s doubles front, Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand continued their winning streak, setting up a clash with seventh seeds from Japan in the next round. In mixed doubles, B Sumeeth Reddy and Sikki Reddy fought hard for a thrilling victory in the opening round.

Despite some ups and downs for Indian players at the Indonesia Open, the competition remains fierce as they strive for success on the international stage.

Esha Singh finishes sixth in Munich World Cup

In shooting, Esha Singh secured a sixth-place finish in the women’s 25m pistol event at the ongoing ISSF World Cup in Munich. Her performance adds to India’s presence in the competitive shooting arena, showcasing the talent and determination of the country’s shooters.

Arjun Erigaisi breaks into world top-5 in FIDE rating list

On the chess front, India’s Arjun Erigaisi has made a significant leap in the FIDE Live Rating standings, breaking into the top-5. His recent successes in the French Team Chess Championship have propelled him to new heights, making him the highest-ranked Indian player by live rating.

Arjun’s consistent performances and victories over top players have earned him recognition on the global chess stage, marking him as a player to watch in future competitions.

Praggnanadhaa and Humpy shine at Norway Chess

Grandmaster R Praggnanadhaa’s impressive performance at the Norway Chess tournament saw him secure a draw against world champion Ding Liren and clinch the armageddon for an extra point. In the women’s section, Humpy picked up a crucial win, boosting her standing in the competition.

With thrilling matches and intense competition unfolding at the Norway Chess tournament, Indian players continue to make their mark on the international chess scene.

Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting developments in Indian sports!