Bengaluru, May 23 -- Russian youngster Petr Bar Biryukov produced a composed and gritty performance to clinch the singles title at the SM Krishna Memorial Open (ATP Challenger) in Bengaluru 2026, edging past Belarusian Ilya Ivashka in a thrilling three-set final on Sunday.
In a contest that swung sharply across momentum shifts and high-pressure moments, Bar Biryukov held his nerve to win 7-6(0), 4-6, 6-4 and lift the title after a hard-fought battle lasting over two hours.
The opening set, set the tone for a tightly contested final, with both players holding serve firmly before Bar Biryukov dominated the tiebreak 7-0, showcasing remarkable control under pressure. Ivashka, however, responded strongly in the second set, raising his intensit...