Arnav Paparkar makes history as first Indian in 36 years to enter Wimbledon boys' quarter-finals

Tennis player Arnav Paparkar has secured a spot in the Wimbledon 2026 boys' singles quarter-finals, marking the first time an Indian has reached this stage in 36 years. The 18-year-old secured a 6-2, 6-1 victory over Japan's Ryo Tabata during their Round of 16 match. This achievement makes Paparkar the first Indian to advance this far in the tournament since Leander Paes accomplished the feat in 1990.

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