GOLD/FOREX
DUBAI 39°C
PRAYER TIMES
PHOTOS
PHOTOS
Photos /
Sports

In pictures: Day 2 of Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships

Novak beats India's Gunneswaran in Dubai and Cilic battles Paire

Last updated:
Matthew Smith, Sport Editor
1 MIN READ
1/6
Day 2 saw an epic tussle between Marin Cilic and Benoit Paire on Centre Court in Dubai
Clint Egbert/Gulf News
2/6
The Croat won the first set comfortably 6-2 in the hot late February sunshine
Clint Egbert/Gulf News
3/6
But the eighth seed from France powered back to take the second 7-5, and dug deep to see off Cilic 7-6 in the final-set tie-break
Clint Egbert/Gulf News
4/6
Earlier, Prajesh Gunneswaran was in action against Austria's Dennis Novak
Clint Egbert/Gulf News
5/6
The Austrian was broken twice but moved through in straight sets 6-4, 6-3
Clint Egbert/Gulf News
6/6
Lu Yen-hsun of Tapei lost to Japan's Yasutaka Uchiyama 3-6, 6-1, 6-2
ATP Tour
Related Topics:
Dubai-Duty-Free-Tennis-2020

Sign up for the Daily Briefing

Get the latest news and updates straight to your inbox

Up Next

Related Stories

Over the years, Yas Marina Circuit has evolved from a desert vision into a world-renowned motorsport hub, hosting the season-ending Formula 1 Grand Prix and a range of international events, becoming a symbol of innovation, speed, and the UAE’s growing presence in global racing.

Yas Marina Circuit: A desert dream into F1 glory

3m read
Wimbledon 2025 isn’t just about world-class tennis—it’s also a hotspot for celebrity sightings. This year’s tournament has seen a star-studded turnout, with several Indian celebrities gracing the stands at the All England Club. Among those spotted were cricketer Virat Kohli and actress Anushka Sharma, along with power couple Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas.

Star power at Wimbledon 2025: From Kohli to Priyanka

2m read
Virat Kohli has consistently risen to the occasion, from steering India to memorable overseas victories to delivering crucial centuries under pressure. Let’s look back at some of his most explosive and game-changing innings in Test cricket for India. Virat Kohli plays a shot in front of West Indies wicketkeeper Carlton Baugh during the test match between West Indies and India at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. Kohli made his Test debut in June 2011 in the series against West Indies.

Virat Kohli’s finest test performances in pictures

2m read
Swimmers dive into action as the Dubai International Aquatics Championships kick off at the Hamdan Sports Complex.

Photos: Aquatic action unfolds at Hamdan Sports Complex

2m read