Dominance defined Yuki Bhambri and Andre Goransson’s path to the Australian Open men’s doubles second round, as they overwhelmed home wild cards James Duckworth and Cruz Hewitt 6-3, 6-4 on Wednesday. Clocking in at 57 minutes, the 10th seeds’ performance was a testament to their refined partnership.
Serving with ruthless precision, they surrendered zero points in four holds per set, punctuating each with a solitary break point converted flawlessly. This tactical edge dismantled any Australian resistance early.
Round two brings potential clashes with Mexico-Netherlands’ Gonzalez-Pel or Brazil’s Melo-Romboli. Bhambri’s history shines here – third round in 2014 with Michael Venus – amplified by last year’s US Open semis with Goransson.
Multitasking masterclass continues in mixed doubles, where Bhambri links with Nicole Melichar-Martinez (2018 Wimbledon champ) against seeded Chinese-German foes Zhang Shuai-Tim Puetz Thursday.
India’s doubles day had mixed fortunes: Niki Poonacha and Thai partner Pruchya Isaro crashed out first round, edged 7-6(3), 7-5 by Spaniards Pedro Martinez and Jaume Munar.
As Melbourne’s slams unfold, Bhambri-Goransson embody rising Indo-European synergy, poised for glory amid fierce competition. Their blend of endurance and flair promises more fireworks ahead.