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Tennis Legend Leander Paes to Inspire Young Talent in Goa

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Goa’s tennis enthusiasts are in for a treat as Indian tennis icon Leander Paes is set to make a special appearance at the B.P.S Hall in Margao on February 21, 2025, alongside the Baale BPS Open 2025 tennis tournament.


Paes, a multiple Grand Slam champion and Olympic medal winner, has had a storied career spanning over two decades. He has represented India in numerous international tournaments, inspiring a generation of tennis players with his energetic and passionate style of play.


At the Baale BPS Open 2025, Paes will engage with participants, share playing tips, and inspire young players to take their game to the next level. His presence is expected to fuel excitement and enthusiasm among players, making the tournament an unforgettable experience.


“We are thrilled to have Leander Paes join us at the Baale BPS Open 2025,” said Yogiraj Kamat, president of the B.P.S Sports Club. “His presence will not only inspire our young players but also elevate the tournament experience as a whole.”

Event Details

  • Date: February 21, 2025
  • Time: 12 noon
  • Venue: B.P.S Hall, Margao
  • Event: Leander Paes’ on-court appearance and interaction with young players


The Baale BPS Open 2025 is a state-level ranking tennis tournament organized by the B.P.S Sports Club in Margao. The tournament is supported by Baale Resort Goa and the Goa State Tennis Association (GSTA).

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Rishabh Secures Spot in Quarterfinals of the Baale BPS Open 2025 in the Open Men’s Category

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Panaji, February 18 – The cherry on top of an already special day for Rishabh Beria, the Salvador-based tennis player advanced to the quarterfinals of the open men’s category in the ongoing second edition of the Baale BPS Open tennis tournament on his 41st birthday, defeating his opponent Prithvi Naik 6-4. Rishabh was joined in the quarterfinal stage by Prince Agnelo de Silva, who easily outdid Pankaj Naik (6-1) in the same open category.  

The Baale BPS Open 2025, which is being held at the B.P.S. Club courts in Margao, also witnessed a slew of matches in the Masters category, which saw Neville Menezes edge out Kishor Metry (6-4), Manoj knocking out the challenge from Marcus DCosta (6-0) and Caetano Fernandes sweat it out in his duel against Noel Noronha (7-5) in the 45+ men’s singles quarterfinals to make it to the semifinal round. In another match in the same category, Sameer Kakodkar blanked Mervin Soares (6-0). 

In the 55+ men’s singles quarterfinal event, Noel Noronha defeated Sameer Kakodkar (6-3), while Caetano Fernandes ousted Savio Vales (6-1). The masters 45+ men’s doubles category saw Kedar Tari/Allan Fernandes defeat Sagar Utagi/Ashokkumar Borkar (6-1) to reach the semifinal, while Sunil Signapurkar paired up with Shubert Calaco to vanquish Anup Sardesai/Dean (6-2). In another match in the 55+ men’s doubles category, Raju/Aman Prabhu defeated Savio Vales/Hemant Bhide 6-2 to progress to the semifinal. 

The tournament, which has received a lot of participation from youngsters, saw Shaurya Verlekar outwit Gaurang Nerurkar 7-6 (2) in a tough encounter, while Alec Cris Barreto, Kyan K Mavany and Vidaal De Menezes made light work of their opponents Arsh Sardesai, Kaivalya Devaraya and Tanish Bandodkar, respectively, defeating them 6-1 in the boys under-18 category. Playing in the same category, Ethan De Ataide and Shreyas Patil trounced Vihaan Krishnan and Devansh Naik (6-0), respectively. 

In keenly contested matches in the boys under-14 category, Aarin Ballani overcame a stiff challenge from Tanish Bandodkar (7-5), while Aarav Kumar defeated Satya Stewart (6-4). Arhan Gaunkar and Shaurya Verlekar made light work of their opponents Aarav Kumar and Christian Fernandes, respectively, defeating them 6-1, while Timofei Polosin defeated Sairaj Narvenkar (6-0). 

In the three matches played in the men’s doubles event, Dustan Dias/Deepak defeated Sachin Arun Ambre/Pankaj Naik (7-5), Wes Ryan/Sanket Nayak knocked out Gary Steele/Satya (6-0) and Nihaal Borkar/Kane Pereira beat Rishabh Beria/Tarang Doshi (6-2). 

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Nishad Shevde Storms Into Quarterfinals of Baale BPS Open 2025

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Margao, February 17 – Margao-based tennis veteran Nishad Shevde stormed into the quarterfinals of the ongoing Baale BPS Open 2025 tennis tournament defeating Sujit Sahoo in a one-sided pre-quarterfinal match in the open men’s singles category, held at the iconic B.P.S. Sports Club courts in Margao.

Shevde, a runner-up in the tournament’s maiden edition last year, trounced Sujit 6-0, while Akhil Shirwaikar defeated Dmitry Smirnov 6-4 in another pre-quarterfinal encounter 6-4.

The second edition of the Baale BPS Open 2025, supported by the Goa State Tennis Association and the Baale Resort Goa, is currently underway at the B.P.S Sports Club, Margao. The tournament has received more than 200 registrations for participation.

In the tournament’s other matches in the 55+ men’s singles category, Manoj P easily overcame a challenge from Aman Prabhu Gaonkar 6-1, while Jude Cardozo made light work of his opponent Ashok Kumar Borkar 6-0 to reach the semifinals. In other matches in the same category, Noel Noronha defeated Artemio 6-3 to reach the quarterfinals.

In the 45+ men’s singles category, Manoj P and Sandeep Menon did not break a sweat in their respective matches against Brian Fernandes and Anup Sardesai 6-0, while Caetano Fernandes defeated Naveen Cardoza 6-1.

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Baale BPS Open 2025 Off to a Smashing Start; Arnam Ghosh Blazes Through to the Men’s Open Singles Quarterfinals 

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Panaji, February 16: Kicking off the second edition of the Baale BPS Open 2025 with high octane on court performances, Arnam Ghosh qualified for the quarterfinals in the men’s open singles category, defeating his opponents in the second round and pre-quarterfinals with a score of 6-1. 

In the same category Prithvi Naik beat Kishor Metry 6-0, Anup Sardesai defeated Vihaan Prijeeth Krishnan 6-1, Saurish Naik vanquished Chetan Dattaram Rane 6-2, Rahul Pinto overpowered Saurabh Trivedi 6-3 and Joao Sousa one-upped Vinod Kumar 6-4 in the category’s other first round matches. 

Round two of the men’s open singles category saw Nishad Shevde, Dmitry Smirnov, Siddharth Nunes and Prince Agnelo Joven de Silva play a powerful game and win with a score of 6-0 against their respective opponents Amulya Sethi, Joshua Cardozo, Dr Suraj S Patlekar and Joao Sousa. Arnam Ghosh, who got a bye in the first round, and Pankaj Naik handed Anup Sardesai and Allan Fernandes defeats with a score of 6-1, respectively, while Lyndon JP trounced Arhan Gaunkar 6-2; Jai Gill beat Saurish Naik 6-3 and Prithvi Naik fought hard to overcome Wes Ryan Cardoso’s challenge 6-4.

In round three, which served as the pre-quarterfinals, Arnam Ghosh trumped Lyndon JP 6-1; and Siddharth Nunes breezed through his match against Ojasvi Singh Mann 6-0.

The second edition of the Baale BPS Open 2025, supported by the Goa State Tennis Association and the Baale Resort Goa, recently commenced at the B.P.S Sports Club, Margao, with several matches underway.

“We are thrilled at the response received for the second edition of the Baale BPS Open 2025. Having witnessed several matches commencing early in the day, the ever-growing passion for tennis in the state is admirable, and we are glad to have a part in helping take the sport forward professionally in Goa. We wish the players all the very best in the tournament,” said Yogiraj Kamat, president, B.P.S Sports Club, at the formal inauguration of the tourney. 

Speaking at the inaugural, Vikram Verlekar, sports chairman of the B.P.S Sports Club said, “The addition of the Ladies Doubles and the Wheelchair Tennis Challenger Tournament has been a significant step in making the Baale BPS Open more inclusive and competitive. It’s been great to see the enthusiasm and talent in these new categories, and we look forward to even greater participation in the future. Wishing all the players the very best.”

The tournament will be on till February 23, with unique categories, including the Under-10 category and Wheelchair Tennis Challenger Tournament, opening new avenues for tennis in the state.