Record-breaker Rohan Bopanna is hoping to create more history by adding a Wimbledon doubles title to his resume.
Bopanna, 43, became the oldest player to win a major men's doubles title with Matthew Ebden at last month's Australian Open, making him the oldest tennis world number one.
India's Bopanna reached the semi-finals at Wimbledon in 2023 and has ambitions to go even further this year.
“Growing up in India, Wimbledon was the only Grand Slam that was shown on TV,” Bopanna told BBC World Service Sport.
“I have a really close relationship with [with Wimbledon]. Although they ultimately lost to the champion in 2023, [Neal] Skupski and [Wesley] Kuhlhof.
“I want to get back there and get into a great position and hopefully be able to go to Wimbledon with Matt.”
Bopanna defeated Ebden and Italy's Simone Borrelli and Andrea Vavassoli 7-6 (7-0) 7-5 in the final, making it 19 different partners for Bopanna to win his first doubles Grand Slam title. It took 61 tries. Take a “nice nap” to “calm your nerves” before the game.
Bopanna teamed up with Ebden in early 2023 and has since set several records, including oldest Masters champion, oldest Grand Slam finalist, and oldest player to win an ATP Finals match. Established.
“Today, I felt that when I was at the top, there was no reason to stop. I still really felt that I was enjoying the journey,” Bopanna said.
“I'm still playing against the best players in the world, winning tournaments, and now winning Grand Slams. I feel like as long as I'm having fun, as long as I'm not pushing myself, I can still go as hard as I can.” . “
