Arun Ramamurthy and Mudit Mehrotra won the 50+ Men’s Doubles final at the Mumbai Masters Cup, defeating Vaibhav Wavade and Maneesh Prabhakar 21–17. The pair used steady play and strong court positioning to edge past their opponents in a match filled with long rallies and pressure points.
The Final Match
The championship battle was closely contested, with both pairs refusing to give away easy points. Vaibhav Wavade and Maneesh Prabhakar began with sharp returns and angled shots, keeping the game tight. However, as the final wore on, Arun Ramamurthy and Mudit Mehrotra leaned on their experience and consistency. Once they gained a small lead, they maintained control until the finish.
The final score of 21–17 showed how evenly matched the two teams were. What set the winners apart was their ability to handle long rallies and finish points with confidence when it mattered most.
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The Bronze Medal Match
The contest for third place also delivered drama. Haresh Samtani and Pankaj Mehra battled Chris Gracias and Ronald Vaz in a nail-biting match that ended 15–14. Both pairs fought hard until the very last rally, but Haresh Samtani and Pankaj Mehra pulled through to claim the bronze medal.
What This Means
The Mumbai Masters Cup 50+ Men’s Doubles final highlighted the importance of composure and teamwork. For Arun Ramamurthy and Mudit Mehrotra, the victory was a reward for steady play under pressure. Meanwhile, the strong showings from all finalists reflected the growing competitiveness and spirit of pickleball in the 50+ category.
News in Brief: Arun Ramamurthy and Mudit Mehrotra
Arun Ramamurthy and Mudit Mehrotra won the 50+ Men’s Doubles final at the Mumbai Masters Cup with a 21–17 victory over Vaibhav Wavade and Maneesh Prabhakar. In the bronze medal match, Haresh Samtani and Pankaj Mehra edged Chris Gracias and Ronald Vaz 15–14 in a thrilling finish.
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