Bengaluru, Jan. 7 -- Indian teenager Manas Dhamne produced a classy display of tennis to storm into the quarterfinals of the Challenger tournament, defeating Kazakhstan's wildcard Beibit Zhukayev 6-2, 3-6, 6-2 in a thrilling Round of 16 clash at Centre Court.
From the first point, it was clear that rhythm would be at a premium. Zhukayev's booming serve and unpredictable rallies kept Dhamne on his toes, demanding sharp adjustments.
The young Indian showcased remarkable court awareness, standing deep to handle the high-bouncing first serves and moving forward aggressively on the second. Every shift, every step was a tactical response, allowing him to cover the court with fluidity and precision, turning necessity into opportunity.
Dhamne's ...