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In a dramatic turn of events at the DafaNews Bengaluru Open, qualifier Hynek Barton stunned top seed Vit Kopriva in the Round of 32 match. The all-Czech matchup saw Barton recover from a set down to clinch a 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 victory in the thrilling match. The contest lasted just over two hours at the KSLTA Tennis Stadium.

Barton’s comeback at Bengaluru Open

The encounter began with both players showing their familiarity with each other’s game, likely due to their partnership in recent tournaments. Kopriva took advantage early, capitalising on Barton’s unforced errors to secure the first set 6-4. Soon, Barton adjusted his game plan and broke Kopriva late in the second set to even the match. Building on this momentum, he broke Kopriva again in the third set’s fourth game, holding serve to secure an impressive comeback.

“We are good friends, so it was a little bit nervous in the beginning,” Barton said after the match. “In the third set, I broke him in the fourth game and then tried to hold my serve. That’s what I accomplished and I am happy.” Barton has been competing in Challenger events across India, believes that India is good fr her.“For me, these are the best conditions. I like the heat and humidity. I feel the rhythm.” His comfort with the environment has undoubtedly helped to his performance, allowing him to thrive under challenging conditions.

Manas Dhamne exit early, India struggle

The day also saw Indian teen sensation Manas Dhamne exit the tournament. Despite a spirited effort, the 17-year-old, Dhamne fell to qualifier Petr Bar Biryukov in a hard-fought 6-3, 3-6, 7-6(3) battle. Indian qualifier Karan Singh also bowed out after a tense match against Jurij Rodionov, losing 6-4, 4-6, 7-6(3). Wild card entrant Ramkumar Ramanathan put up a strong fight but was edged out by Japan’s Shintaro Mochizuki 7-6(3), 7-5.