Vishal Jadhav and Raaquib Merchant Dominate Men's Doubles at Grand Prix Mumbai

In an impressive display of skill and teamwork, Vishal Jadhav and Raaquib Merchant clinched the Men's Doubles Open title at the Grand Prix Mumbai, held at The Ballard Pier. The duo showcased their dominance by defeating Sudarshan Dhakne and Varun Mittal with a staggering score of 11-0 in the final match. This decisive victory mirrored their performance throughout the tournament, where they did not allow their opponents to score a single point in the pool stage, winning both of their matches 11-0. Their quarter-final encounter against Mohammed Momin and Kabeer Sheran Khan also ended in a flawless 11-0 victory, while they faced a slightly tougher challenge in the semi-finals, overcoming Zane Pandole and Aryan Punjabi with an 11-5 scoreline. Remarkably, across five matches, Jadhav and Merchant conceded only five points, underscoring their exceptional prowess on the court.

Dhakne and Mittal, who reached the final after a strong showing in their own right, also topped their pool without losing a match. They advanced to the finals by defeating Jay Langalia and Devansh Gala with an identical score of 11-0 in the semi-finals. However, the championship match was dominated by Jadhav and Merchant from the outset, as they maintained control and secured the title without allowing their opponents to score. For Merchant, this victory was particularly significant as he also triumphed in the Men's Doubles 19+ Advanced category alongside his partner Ritesh Jaiswal, again defeating Dhakne and Mittal in the final. This double success highlights Merchant's remarkable talent and versatility in the sport.