The Indian Rohan Bopanna, 43, became the oldest tennis player to reach the first position in the world doubles rankingafter a victory with his partner, Australian Matthew Ebden, against Argentines Máximo González and Andrés Molteni, 6-4 and 7-6(5), in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open.
“He will inspire many people, not only in the tennis world. People from all over the world who are above 40 will inspire them in a different way,” said Bopanna, who will be 43 years and 330 days old at the end of the tournament.
He surpassed American Mike Bryan’s recordwho previously held the record at 41 years and 76 days.
In women’s doubles, Lisa Raymond is the oldest number one at age 39, while In singles, Serena Williams at 35 and Roger Federer at 36 years old.
Novak Djokovic may break the Swiss record this season. Jannik Sinner awaits the Serbian in the semifinals, while the rest of the draw awaits its meaning. Carlos Alcaraz against Alexander Zverev and Daniil Medvedev, who defeated Hubert Hurkacz on Wednesday, will fight for the last two tickets to the penultimate round.
Therefore, Djokovic is once again a veteran in the fight for the title. The Serbian spoke about this situation after reaching the semifinals and did not leave anyone indifferent.
“If I have to compare it to what I have with Federer and Nadal, the relationship with my younger colleagues is better.“It’s more pleasant,” Djokovic said at a press conference. “Young people are more communicative and I really enjoy the competition with them,” he said.
Of course, the Serbian is clear about who is the biggest rival he has had in his career. “Federer and Nadal are two of the biggest rivals I’ve ever had, especially Nadal. That will never change“, counted.
Source: La Verdad
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