WTA 2025 – After two days of relentless rain delays, the sun finally broke through the clouds at the SDAT Stadium in Chennai, setting the perfect stage for a historic day in Indian tennis. On a bright Wednesday afternoon, India’s top two women’s tennis stars, Sahaja Yamalapalli and Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, delivered stellar performances to register their first-ever main draw victories at a WTA 250 event — a moment that will be remembered as a breakthrough for Indian women’s tennis.
Sahaja’s Birthday Win Lights Up Chennai – WTA 2025
It was a day of double celebration for Sahaja Yamalapalli, who turned 25 and marked her birthday in style. The Telangana-born player displayed confidence and control as she overcame Indonesian lucky loser Priska Nugroho with a commanding 6-4, 6-2 victory. With clean baseline hitting and a steady temperament, Sahaja made the most of her aggressive forehand to close out points efficiently.
The victory sets up an exciting second-round clash against Croatia’s third seed Donna Vekic, who recently won the Olympic silver medal. Vekic, one of the most consistent players on the women’s circuit, had earlier eased past India’s Vaishnavi Adkar 6-1, 6-2 in her first-round match.
Shrivalli Dominates All-Indian Showdown – WTA 2025
Meanwhile, Shrivalli Bhamidipaty, India’s No. 1 ranked women’s singles player, produced a commanding performance to defeat 16-year-old rising star Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi in straight sets 6-1, 6-4. It was a highly anticipated all-Indian encounter that showcased the depth of emerging talent in Indian tennis.
Shrivalli used her experience and superior court movement to control the tempo of the match, particularly with her backhand down the line and consistent service games. She now moves into the round of 16, where she will face Australia’s Kimberly Birrell, the seventh seed, who battled past Czech teenager Nikola Bartunkova in three sets (1-6, 6-1, 6-3).
Seeds Tumble as Heat and Surprises Dominate -WTA 2025
The Chennai heat continued to play a decisive role on day three. Second seed Francesca Jones of Great Britain was forced to retire due to heat illness while trailing Japanese qualifier Mei Yamaguchi in the third set. Fifth seed Lucia Bronzetti of Italy also bowed out after losing to Poland’s Katarzyna Kawa 6-7, 6-0, 6-2.
Among other notable results, top seed Zeynep Sonmez (Turkey) battled past Tatiana Prozorova 7-5, 6-4, while fourth seed Janice Tjen (Indonesia) continued her remarkable rise in world rankings with a tough three-set win over Germany’s Caroline Werner. The 2022 Chennai Open champion Linda Fruhvirtova from the Czech Republic also advanced comfortably, defeating Astrid Lew Yan Foon 6-2, 6-2 to set up a second-round clash with Tjen.
Double Delight for India – WTA 2025
The cheers from the stands grew even louder as two Indian pairs entered the doubles quarter-finals, giving home fans more to celebrate. The experienced duo of Riya Bhatia and Rutuja Bhosale stunned the third seeds Dalila Jakupovic and Nika Radisic 6-2, 6-2 with clinical teamwork and sharp net play.
Adding to the joy, wildcard entrants Vaishnavi Adkar and Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi pulled off a thrilling win against Amina Anshba and Eden Silva 6-2, 1-6, 10-7 in a super tie-breaker, demonstrating the resilience and fighting spirit of the new generation of Indian players.
Tamil Nadu Shines as a Tennis Hub -WTA 2025
The WTA Chennai Open 2025 marks another significant milestone in Tamil Nadu’s growing reputation as a premier destination for international sports. Organized in partnership with the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT) and the Tamil Nadu Tennis Association (TNTA), the tournament has once again highlighted the state’s commitment to nurturing homegrown talent and hosting world-class events.
The TNTA, now celebrating its centenary year, continues to play a crucial role in promoting tennis across all levels — from grassroots tournaments to international competitions. The WTA’s presence in Chennai is not just about tennis; it reflects the growing stature of India in global women’s sports.
Looking Ahead -WTA 2025
All second-round singles and remaining doubles matches are scheduled for Thursday, with the spotlight firmly on Yamalapalli and Bhamidipaty as they chase deeper runs in the tournament. With the crowd firmly behind them, the Chennai Open 2025 promises more inspiring performances and a bright future for Indian women’s tennis.
