Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana 3.0 2026 — Opening Day in Full Flow

There was a different kind of energy in the air as the Bandodkar Panjim Gymkhana 3.0 began. Early morning at the courts didn’t feel slow or quiet—instead, it seemed as if the players were in full flow, some in complete silence, some discussing their strategies with their partners, and a small crowd even before the first ball was served in the tournament.

The tournament opened smoothly with the support of Bandodkar and Sons, Panjim Gymkhana, and the All Goa Tennis Association, setting the tone for what looks like a well-run and competitive event. With Tenniskhelo handling the technical side, everything from match flow to updates felt organised, letting players just focus on their game.

And once the matches began, there was no easing into it.

45+ Singles – No Time to Settle In

If anyone expected a slow start in the 45+ Singles category, Day 1 quickly proved otherwise.

Kapil Nair came out looking sharp, wrapping up his match 6–1 without giving much away. On the next court, Oscar was even quicker, closing his match 6–0 and making it clear he’s here to go deep in the draw.

But not every match was one-sided.

Noel Noronha had to stay patient through his match, eventually getting past A. Fernandes 6–3. N. Daivajna and Kishor Metry followed with steady wins, both keeping things controlled without taking unnecessary risks.

One match that really stood out was between S. Kakodkar and R. Lotlikar. It had everything — long rallies, momentum swings, and a proper fight till the end. Kakodkar just about edged it 7–6, in what felt like the closest match of the morning.

By the time this round wrapped up, it was clear — players weren’t just showing up, they were competing.

60+ Doubles – Experience Doing the Talking

The 60+ Doubles matches had a different pace, but not less intensity.

1. Prabhudesai & S. Fondekar looked settled as a pair, especially in the important points, and that helped them close out a 6–4 win. On the other hand, S. Dessai & I. Bakhale didn’t leave much room at all, finishing their match 6–0 with clean, confident tennis.

What stood out here wasn’t just the shot-making — it was how teams communicated. Quick signals, short conversations between points — small things, but they made a difference.

Boys U14 – Fresh Energy on Court

By the afternoon, the energy shifted with the U14 matches.

The pace picked up, the rallies got quicker, and there was a different kind of hunger on display. Adam Godinho played with confidence to win 6–2, while K. Devaraya matched that intensity with another 6–2 result.

1. Sardesai and A. Devaraya also looked comfortable on court, both securing solid wins and moving ahead without much trouble.

It’s always interesting watching this category — less hesitation, more instinct, and a lot of intent.

More Than Just Results

Day 1 did more than just get the tournament started — it gave a clear picture of what’s coming next.

Some players have already found their rhythm. Some have made strong early statements. And a few matches have shown just how tight this competition is going to be.

The draw is now taking shape, and the easy rounds are behind.

From here on, every match gets tougher, every point matters more, and there’s a lot less room for error.

Because we don’t think the tournament will slow down after Day 1 —

it will only get more serious.

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