Indian tennis star Yuki Bhambri and his American partner Robert Galloway pulled off a major upset at the French Open 2025, defeating seventh-seeded Nikola Mektić and Michael Venus to reach the third round in Paris.
Bhambri and Galloway’s Stunning Victory
Thrilling Three-Set Battle
Bhambri and Galloway showcased immense grit and determination in a match that lasted two hours and 32 minutes. After dropping the first set 6–7(4) in a tight tiebreak, the Indo-American duo bounced back by clinching the second set 7–6(7). Riding the momentum, they sealed the third set with a commanding 6–3 win.
Biggest Win for the Duo
This victory is considered one of the biggest wins for Bhambri and Galloway as a team, taking down an experienced and higher-ranked pair at a Grand Slam event.
Milestone Moment for Yuki Bhambri
First Third-Round Appearance at Roland Garros
For Yuki Bhambri, this marks his first-ever third-round appearance in men’s doubles at the French Open, underlining his successful transition from a singles to doubles specialist.
What’s Next for Bhambri and Galloway?
Facing Ninth Seeds in Third Round
Bhambri and Galloway will now face the ninth-seeded American pair, Christian Harrison and Evan King, in the third round. A win would propel them into the quarterfinals, a first for Bhambri in Grand Slam men’s doubles.
French Open 2025: A Tournament of Upsets
This edition of the French Open has already seen several big upsets, and Bhambri-Galloway’s win adds another exciting chapter to this year’s unpredictable tournament.
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