In a remarkable display of resilience and skill, India’s Dev Javia and Chirag Duhan clinched their first professional title of the year 2025 together at the M25 Bhopal tournament. The Indian pair overcame Korea’s Yeongseok Jeong and Uisung Park in a thrilling final, winning 4-6, 6-1, 10-2.
Complete Tournament Journey
The Indian duo’s path to victory featured several compelling matches throughout the tournament:
First Round: Javia and Duhan started their campaign impressively against fellow Indians Tanik Gupta and Arthav Neema, winning convincingly with a score of 6-3, 6-1. Their dominant opening performance set the tone for their tournament run.
Quarter-finals: The pair advanced to the semi-finals after their scheduled match against fellow Indians Parikshit Somani and Dhakshineswar Suresh ended in a walkover, allowing them to conserve energy for the crucial latter stages of the tournament.
– Semi-finals: In a high-quality all-Indian semi-final clash, they faced the experienced pair of Maan Kesharwani and Rohan Mehra. Javia and Duhan showcased their technical prowess and mental strength, securing a straight-sets victory with a score of 7-5, 6-3. This composed performance against their accomplished compatriots earned them a spot in the championship match.
– Finals: The championship match against Korea’s Yeongseok Jeong and Uisung Park proved to be their toughest challenge. After dropping the first set 4-6, the Indian duo demonstrated remarkable resilience, storming back to take the second set 6-1. Their momentum carried into the deciding super tiebreak, where they dominated proceedings to win 10-2 and claim their maiden title.
The journey to the title showcased Javia and Duhan’s versatility and mental fortitude. From their commanding first-round performance to their comeback victory in the finals, they displayed the full range of their capabilities on the professional circuit.
The tournament, hosted in Bhopal, India, provided the perfect platform for the home favorites to showcase their talents in front of a supportive crowd. Their championship run was marked by increasingly confident performances, culminating in a masterful display in the final.
The partnership between Javia and Duhan showed tremendous promise throughout the tournament, suggesting this victory could be the beginning of a successful collaboration on the professional circuit. Their complementary playing styles and ability to perform under pressure were key factors in securing this breakthrough win.
The success at ITF M25 Bhopal not only adds a prestigious title to their growing resumes but also provides valuable ranking points as they continue their journey up the professional tennis ladder. Their ability to maintain composure and elevate their game during crucial moments, particularly evident in the final’s dramatic turnaround, speaks volumes about their potential as a doubles partnership.