Rohan Bopanna and Adam Pavlasek Stage Sensational Comeback at French Open, Advance to Third Round
PARIS, France – May 31, 2025 – Indian tennis ace Rohan Bopanna, alongside his Czech partner Adam Pavlasek, delivered a masterclass in resilience and determination today at Roland Garros, securing a thrilling comeback victory over French wildcards Sadio Doumbia and Fabien Reboul in the second round of the men’s doubles. The unseeded Indo-Czech pair triumphed with a final score of 6-7(2), 7-6(5), 6-2, igniting the Parisian crowd with their fighting spirit.
The match, which lasted over two hours, saw Bopanna and Pavlasek facing an uphill battle after dropping the first set in a tie-break. The French duo, buoyed by home support, carried their momentum into the second set, breaking serve to take a commanding 3-1 lead. However, displaying the tenacity that has become synonymous with Bopanna’s career, the Indo-Czech pair refused to yield. They clawed their way back into the set, breaking back and eventually forcing another tie-break, which they clinched 7-5 to level the match.
With momentum firmly on their side, Bopanna and Pavlasek dominated the deciding third set, breaking the French pair twice to secure a convincing 6-2 victory and book their spot in the next round.
This remarkable win marks Rohan Bopanna’s 10th appearance in the third round of the French Open men’s doubles, a testament to his enduring presence and consistent performance at the clay-court Grand Slam.
Looking ahead, Bopanna and Pavlasek face a formidable challenge in the third round, where they are set to take on the tournament’s second seeds, Harri Heliovaara of Finland and Henry Patten of Great Britain. The match promises to be another exciting encounter as the Indo-Czech pair aims to continue their impressive run at Roland Garros.
