Niki Poonacha and Pruchya Isaro Secure Doubles Title at Open Sopra Steria de Lyon 2026

Victory at the Open Sopra Steria de Lyon

Niki Poonacha from India and his Thai partner Pruchya Isaro triumphed in the doubles event at the Open Sopra Steria de Lyon 2026 held in France on Saturday. This tournament is part of the ATP Challenger Tour and is played on outdoor clay courts, according to Olympics.com.

A Commanding Performance in the Final

In the championship match, the fourth-seeded pair showcased an impressive performance, defeating Skander Mansouri and Maximilian Neuchrist with a score of 6-0, 6-1. From the outset, Poonacha and Isaro dominated the game, displaying aggressive shot-making and seamless teamwork. They won the first set without conceding a single game, establishing a strong foundation for their victory. The duo maintained their momentum in the second set, allowing their opponents to win only one game before clinching the title.

Flawless Tournament Journey

Throughout the tournament, Poonacha and Isaro maintained an impeccable record, winning all four of their matches in straight sets without losing a single set.

Poonacha's Stellar Season

This victory marks the 10th ATP Challenger doubles title for Niki Poonacha and his fourth title of the current season. The 31-year-old has demonstrated remarkable form this year, having previously secured the Bengaluru Open 2 title alongside Saketh Myneni, and later winning at the Menorca Open and Chennai Open with Pruchya Isaro. Additionally, the Indo-Thai duo reached the finals at both the Pune Challenger and Delhi Open, which are ATP Challenger 75 events, earlier this year.