Divij Sharan kept the Indian interest alive today by reaching the men’s doubles pre-quarterfinals with partner Marcelo Demoliner, quelling a spirited fight from Sander Gille and Joran Vliegen.

Battling hard for over three hours, Sharan and his Brazilian partner eked out a 7-6, 5-7, 7-6, 6-4 win over the Belgian pair.

Rohan Bopanna, Leander Paes, Purav Raja and Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan have all exited from the men’s doubles competition.