Arunava and Saurav Triumph in Kolkata Open 2026 Doubles Final

Arunava and Saurav showcased exceptional skill and teamwork to win the split age 35+ doubles title at the Kolkata Open 2026, defeating Rahul Belwal and Purvansh Patel 15-5 in the final. Their journey through the knockout stages was marked by consistent performances, including a semi-final victory over Vinay and Kashyap. The tournament highlighted the depth of competition, with several thrilling matches leading up to the final. This victory underscores Arunava and Saurav's dominance in the tournament, as they maintained control throughout their matches. Discover more about their journey and the other winners at the Kolkata Open 2026.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 4, 2026, 03:54 IST

Kolkata Open 2026: Doubles Final Highlights

In a commanding performance, Arunava and Saurav clinched the split age 35+ doubles championship at the Kolkata Open 2026, defeating Rahul Belwal and Purvansh Patel with a score of 15-5 in the final. Their journey through the knockout rounds was predominantly one-sided, showcasing their dominance. From the outset of the final, Arunava and Saurav established an early lead, demonstrating precise placement and seamless teamwork. Despite efforts from Rahul and Purvansh to keep pace, they struggled to disrupt the rhythm set by their opponents. As the match unfolded, the score gap widened, with Arunava and Saurav maintaining pressure and converting points efficiently to secure a decisive victory.

Their semi-final match had already set a strong precedent, where they overcame Vinay and Kashyap with a score of 15-6, effectively controlling critical moments and stifling their opponents' momentum. The duo's synergy and positioning were particularly impressive during extended rallies.

Conversely, Rahul and Purvansh reached the final after a more competitive semi-final, where they triumphed over Tejas and Avinash with a score of 15-7, taking charge in the latter half after a balanced start.

Earlier rounds revealed the depth of the competition. Arunava and Saurav kicked off their campaign with an 11-1 victory against Arup and Kanishk, while Vinay and Kashyap edged past Karanvir and Sudarshan with an 11-8 win. Tejas and Avinash advanced with an 11-0 win over Vishesh and Abhishek, and Rahul and Purvansh progressed after defeating Shantanu and Sankalp 11-1.

Despite some competitive matches earlier in the tournament, the final was relatively straightforward. Arunava and Saurav's consistency throughout the knockout rounds allowed them to maintain control. The title match mirrored this trend, as they dictated play from start to finish, leaving little room for a comeback.

With this victory, Arunava and Saurav concluded the split age 35+/- doubles category with a composed and steady performance, highlighting their reliability across all matches.

Kolkata Open 2026 Day 3 Summary:

Advanced Men's Singles
Winner: Vilasier
Runner-up: Ashray
Final Score: 11-5

30 Plus Men's Singles
Winner: Rahul
Runner-up: Vilasier
Final Score: 16-14

Advanced Mixed Doubles
Winners: Manaswinee and Nikunj
Runners-up: Rachael and Rayaan
Final Score: 15-10

Intermediate Women's Doubles
Winners: Dipti and Yubrani
Runners-up: Manaswinee and Aditi
Final Score: 11-5

30 Plus Women's Singles
Winner: Danielle
Runner-up: Pooja
Final Score: 11-5

30 Plus Women's Doubles
Winners: Danielle and Monica
Runners-up: Manaswinee and Ananya
Final Score: 15-5

Split Age 35 Plus Minus Doubles
Winners: Arunava and Saurav
Runners-up: Rahul and Purvansh
Final Score: 15-5

Under 18 Boys Singles
Winner: Nikunj
Runner-up: Eeshan
Final Score: 15-5