Australian Open, Mixed Doubles LIVE: Sania Mirza/Rajeev Ram wins in straight sets — Blog, Scores, Results, Updates
Rajeev Ram consolidates the volley, Sania holds!
It is 2 ALL on the board in the second set with Mirza/Ram already up by a set.
Mirza serves well - down the tee serves! Let's go, queen!
Into Set 2, Rajeev Ram is on serve!
Rajeev Ram is spectacular to watch serving - it's rhythmic, the motion he makes before hitting the ball!
Mirza/Ram are looking like they mean business as Mirza takes the half-volley at the net.
It is 1-1 in Set 2.
Sania Mirza and Rajeev Ram bag the first set!
Sania Mirza and Rajeev Ram are looking in good shape today as they move around the court, serve strongly - they take the first set, 6-3!
Let's goooo! Beautiful start to this match.
Sania Mirza's first serves are on point today!
The Indo-American duo of Sania Mirza and Rajeev Ram are playing quality tennis here as Ram stays at the net to take the half-volleys.
Mirza/Ram lead 5-2 in the opening set!
Did you know - Rajeev Ram is nicknamed as Rampras?
Rajeev Ram, is looking strong here, especially with his serve. Imitating the motion of Pete Sampras, Rajeev Ram is also known as Rampras.
In their first-round match today against the Serbs, Ram and Mirza look extremely comfortable and they lead 4-1.
Mirza/Ram BREAKS!
Sania Mirza whips out a dishy forehand and gets the ball rolling and Rajeev Ram swings into action immediately - the duo take the break easily!
Mirza and Ram are now up by a break at 3-1!