In a thrilling second-round clash at the US Open 2024, Yuki Bhambri and Albano Olivetti fought their way to a 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 victory over the formidable duo of Austin Krajicek and Jean-Julien Rojer.
The match started with a tense first set where Bhambri and Olivetti found themselves under pressure against the seasoned Krajicek and Rojer. Despite their best efforts, the Indo-French pair couldn’t quite find their rhythm, dropping the set 4-6. However, they refused to let the early setback dictate the remainder of the match.
Heading into the second set, the pair dug deep, adjusting their tactics to counter the aggressive play of their opponents. Yuki Bhambri’s sharp reflexes at the net, combined with Albano Olivetti’s powerful serves, began to tilt the balance in their favor. The duo broke Krajicek and Rojer’s serve early, gaining crucial momentum that carried them through the set with a decisive 6-3 win.
With the scores level at one set apiece, the stage was set for a dramatic third set. Both teams traded blows, with each point becoming a battle of wills. Bhambri and Olivetti displayed remarkable resilience, managing to save break points at crucial junctures while capitalizing on their opportunities.
It was neck-and-neck until the final moments, but in the 11th game, Bhambri and Olivetti broke through to take a 6-5 lead. With victory in sight, they served out the match, sealing the final set 7-5 and sending their fans into a frenzy.
Who will Yuki Bhambri-Albano Olivetti face next?
Next up, Bhambri and Olivetti face an even tougher challenge, as they prepare to take on the winners of the clash between Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos versus Alexander Erler and Matwé Middelkoop. Whoever they face, Bhambri and Olivetti will need to bring their A-game to continue their run at Flushing Meadows.
Yuki Bhambri and his French partner Albano Olivetti made a solid start to their US Open journey with a commanding first-round victory. The Indo-French duo breezed past American wildcards Ryan Seggerman and Patrik Trhac in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, in just over an hour and 15 minutes.
