Erlich/Qureshi Notch First Team Title In Chengdu
Jonathan Erlich and Aisam-Ul-Haq Qureshi tasted victory for the first time as a team, claiming the Chengdu Open title on Sunday. The Israeli-Pakistani duo downed Marcus Daniell and Marcelo Demoliner 6-3, 7-6(3) in one hour and 29 minutes, claiming two of seven break chances. They take home 250 Emirates ATP Doubles Rankings points and split $96,610 in prize money. "This week is very special," said Qureshi. "When I came here, I was on one leg and I had an MRI and wasn't sure if I would even play. I signed up with Jon five minutes before the deadline. He was still in Israel. He took the risk and flew all the way here on Sunday. Thanks to him for trusting...