The 9th Balraj Gupta Memorial Seniors Tennis Tournament concluded on February 15, 2026, solidifying its reputation as a premier event for veteran tennis players in India. Held at the newly modernized Tejli Sports Complex in Jagadhri, the tournament saw high-octane action and remarkable sportsmanship.
Tournament Highlights
- Scale of Participation: Over 150 veteran players traveled from across the country to compete in the “Twin City.”
- Categories: The competition focused on combined-age doubles (where the total age of the two partners must meet a specific threshold), including the 80+, 100+, and 120+ categories.
- Format: Matches were played in a league-cum-knockout format. Women’s doubles were played in a round-robin style, ensuring every team had multiple opportunities to showcase their skills.
- Inauguration: Local MLA Ghanshyam Das Arora officially opened the event, emphasizing that such national tournaments help place Yamunanagar on the global sports map while promoting fitness among seniors.
Key Winners & Results
While specific names for the 2026 120+ finals are being finalized in official records, the tournament saw intense competition:
- Men’s Doubles 80+: The finals were a showcase of agility, with pairs often featuring former state-level players now in their 40s and 50s.
- Women’s Open: The round-robin format led to a thrilling points-based finish, with local pairs from Haryana putting up a strong fight against visiting teams from Delhi and Punjab.
- Prize Pool: Winners across categories shared a total prize purse of approximately ₹2,00,000, along with trophies and commemorative kits provided by the Jagadhri Yamunanagar Tennis Association (JYTA).