Miami Open: Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden cruise into men's doubles final

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The duo, who clinched the Australian Open title earlier this year, displayed remarkable efficiency in dispatching the Spanish-Argentinian pair, securing a comfortable 6-1, 6-4 triumph in the semifinals held on Thursday night.. Bopanna's recent form had seen him slip to the second spot in the doubles rankings following early exits in the Dubai Championships and Indian Wells Masters..

However, the semifinal victory in Miami is poised to catapult the Indian stalwart back to the top spot when the rankings are updated on Monday.. Following his historic ascent to the world No. 1 ranking after the Australian Open victory, the 44-year-old Bopanna continues to defy age barriers, showcasing his enduring skill and resilience on the court...

For Bopanna, this final appearance marks his 14th. and the first in Miami, adding to his illustrious tally of 63 ATP Tour level finals and 25 doubles titles...

Moreover, Bopanna and Ebden's partnership is set for its fifth appearance in an ATP Masters 1000 final, underscoring their formidable chemistry and success on the tour...

In achieving this feat, Bopanna joins the esteemed company of Indian tennis legend. as the only Indian player to reach the final of all nine ATP Masters events, highlighting his enduring legacy and contribution to the sport...

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