Lyon, France (May 25, 2024) – Yuki Bhambri of India and Albano Olivetti of France finished as runners-up in the doubles competition at the ATP 250 Lyon Open Parc Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes on Saturday. The pair narrowly lost to Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara in a thrilling match, with a final scoreline of 6-3, 6-7(5), 8-10.

Bhambri and Olivetti, who had a match point at 5-4, 40-40 in the second set, battled fiercely throughout the match, showcasing their strong teamwork and determination. Despite the loss, their exceptional performance earned them valuable ranking points and a share of the prize money.

“We are proud of our effort this week in Lyon,” said Bhambri. “It was a tough match, but we fought hard until the end. We are grateful for the support of the fans and look forward to competing in the French Open.”

Olivetti added, “Reaching the final of an ATP 250 event is a significant achievement for us. We are excited to build on this momentum and continue to improve our game.”

The duo will now shift their focus to the French Open, the second Grand Slam tournament of the year, which begins next week in Paris. They will look to carry their strong form into the prestigious event and make a deep run in the doubles draw.