Doha, Qatar – 17 February 2026
India’s Yuki Bhambri and Sweden’s Andre Goransson produced a dominant display to defeat Tunisia’s Moez Echargui and Qatar’s Mubarak Shannan Zayid 6–2, 6–3 in the Round of 16 of the men’s doubles at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha.
The Indo-Swedish pairing controlled the match from start to finish, combining sharp returns with aggressive net play to secure a straight-sets victory. The win earned Bhambri and Göransson a spot in the quarter-finals, where they are set to face top seeds Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool.
Match Summary
Bhambri and Göransson broke early in the first set and maintained their momentum to close it 6–2. Their opponents struggled with consistency, committing five double faults over the course of the match, while Bhambri and Göransson remained steady with just three.
The second set followed a similar pattern, with the top duo converting two successful break points and winning a total of 55 points compared to Echargui and Zayid’s 33. Both pairs recorded a single ace, but it was the combination of tactical play and solid teamwork that allowed Bhambri and Göransson to close the match 6–3 and advance comfortably.
| Statistic | Echargui / Zayid | Bhambri / Göransson |
|---|---|---|
| Set 1 | 2 | 6 |
| Set 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Aces | 1 | 1 |
| Double Faults | 5 | 3 |
| Successful Breaks | 1 | 2 |
| Total Points Won | 33 | 55 |
Quarter-Finals Ahead
The duo now face a formidable challenge in the quarter-finals against top seeds Cash and Glasspool, promising an exciting showdown as the tournament progresses.
Bhambri and Göransson’s clinical performance in the Round of 16 showcased their synergy on court and sent a clear message to the rest of the draw: the Indo-Swedish pair are a serious contender for the men’s doubles title in Doha.
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