Indian tennis rarely sees a new face burst through the ranks on the ATP Challenger circuit with the kind of confidence and serving power that Dhakshineswar Suresh displayed at the ATP 75 Lexington Challenger in the United States. Ranked 788 in the world and entering as a qualifier, Suresh’s run to the quarterfinals was built…
Indian tennis has long been defined by celebrated doubles champions and a few standout singles players, but a quieter, determined shift is taking place embodied by 22-year-old Karan Singh, who in July 2025 reached a career-high ATP singles ranking of World No. 401. This ascent doesn’t just mark personal achievement; it also makes Singh India’s new…
Indian tennis player Dhakshineswar Suresh, ranked 788 in the ATP rankings, delivered the biggest win of his professional career so far by stunning Estonia’s Mark Lajal (ATP #147) in the Round of 16 at the Lexington Challenger in the United States. In a closely contested three-set battle, Suresh prevailed 6-7(4), 6-4, 6-4 to reach his…
Indian tennis witnessed a special moment on the hardcourts of Astana as Karan Singh, an emerging name from the Indian circuit, delivered the biggest win of his career. Facing Russia’s Ivan Gakhov, the tournament’s 3rd seed and ATP World No. 248, Karan produced a composed, aggressive performance to clinch the match 6-3, 7-6(7) and book…
India’s No.1 tennis player, Sumit Nagal, continues to build momentum on European clay as he eased past Spain’s Carlos Sanchez Jover in straight sets to reach the second round of the ATP 75 Hagen Challenger in Germany. The 26-year-old, currently ranked ATP #307, produced a composed and disciplined performance to secure a 6-2, 6-2 win…
Indian tennis fans had a new name to celebrate on Tuesday as 25-year-old Dhakshineswar Suresh delivered the biggest win of his professional career, stunning the fifth seed Billy Harris in the opening round of the ATP 75 Lexington Challenger. Ranked world no. 788, Suresh produced a fearless, aggressive performance to claim a 6-3, 7-5 victory…
Indian tennis player Mukund Sasikumar delivered one of the standout performances of his career at the ATP 50 Astana Challenger in Kazakhstan, stunning the 4th seed Saba Purtseladze in the opening round with a composed and fearless 6-4, 6-4 victory. The win wasn’t just about the scoreline it was a statement of resilience, form, and…
Indian tennis is no stranger to late bloomers and determined fighters, and Dhakshineswar Suresh’s story adds another inspiring chapter to that tradition. At the ATP Challenger 75 event in Lexington, USA, the 25-year-old Suresh produced a composed and confident performance to defeat the higher-ranked Andre Ilagan (World No. 356) in straight sets, 6-4, 7-6(4), and…
Indian tennis player Karan Singh began his campaign at the ATP 50 Astana Challenger in Kazakhstan with an impressive win over former World No. 65 Egor Gerasimov, registering a straight-sets victory of 7-5, 6-1. This marks an encouraging step forward for the young Indian, who is looking to establish himself consistently at the Challenger level….
Indian tennis player Dhakshineswar Suresh, better known as DK Suresh, scripted a memorable milestone on the American hard courts this week, winning his first-ever ATP Challenger match at the ATP 75 Lexington Challenger in Kentucky, USA. The 21-year-old, currently ranked World No. 790, defeated Japan’s Naoki Nakagawa (WR 343) in the opening qualifying round, marking…
Indian tennis star Sumit Nagal continued his fine run on clay, powering into the semifinals of the ATP Challenger Tampere Open 2025 in Finland. The 26-year-old defeated Argentina’s Nicolas Kicker 6-4, 6-3 in a composed quarterfinal performance, underlining both his improved consistency and growing confidence. This result marks Nagal’s second semifinal in just three weeks…
India’s Sumit Nagal produced one of the standout performances of the ATP Challenger week, upsetting top-seeded Briton Jay Clarke 7-6(4), 6-1 to storm into the second round of the ATP Challenger Tampere Open in Finland. For Nagal, it wasn’t just another win: it was proof of his steady return to form, built on patience, grit,…
Indian teenager Aryan Shah scripted one of the most significant victories of his young career, defeating top-seeded Duje Ajdukovic in three sets at the ATP Challenger 75 tournament in Segovia, Spain. Shah, just 19 years old and ranked No. 442 in the world, recovered from a slow start to post a memorable 4-6, 6-4, 6-4…
At just 19 years old, India’s Aryan Shah is steadily carving his name onto the ATP Challenger circuit, and yesterday he produced what is arguably the most impressive win of his young career. Competing in his first-ever Challenger tournament in Europe, Shah defeated Britain’s Ryan Peniston, ranked ATP No. 249, in straight sets 6-3, 6-2,…
At just 19 years old, India’s rising tennis talent Aryan Shah continues to make waves on European hard. Competing at the ATP 75 Pozoblanco Challenger in Spain, Aryan secured his first main draw victory at Challenger level in Europe by defeating higher-ranked Eliakim Coulibaly of Ivory Coast in a gripping three-set encounter, 3-6, 6-1, 7-5….
Teen Talent on the Rise: 19-Year-Old Aryan Shah Storms into ATP 75 Pozoblanco Challenger Main Draw Indian tennis continues to script fresh stories on the European circuit, and this week it’s 19-year-old Aryan Shah making the headlines. The young Indian qualifier has booked his spot in the main draw of the ATP 75 Pozoblanco Challenger…
Indian tennis player Karan Singh continued his impressive rise on the ITF circuit by winning the men’s singles title at the M15 Monastir in Tunisia this week. The 22-year-old, currently ranked 437 in the ATP rankings, lifted his second title of the season with a dominant 6-0, 6-2 win over Algeria’s Toufik Sahtali (ranked 1082)…
Indian tennis player Karan Singh is starting to build real momentum on the international circuit, thanks to back-to-back impressive wins at the M15 Monastir event in Tunisia. After weathering a few tough losses in recent weeks, Singh’s straight-sets victories against promising juniors like Tunisia’s Alaa Trifi and Australia’s Hayden Jones have come at the perfect…
As we cross the halfway mark of the 2025 tennis season, it’s time to reflect on how top Indian men Tennis players have fared across various levels of the professional circuit. From Challenger events to ITF tournaments and college tennis in the U.S., the first six months of the year have delivered a mix of…
From Qualifiers to Queen of Clay: Coco Gauff’s French Open Triumph and the Missed Opportunities of Indian Tennis In 2025, Coco Gauff etched her name in the annals of tennis history, winning her maiden Roland-Garros singles title and becoming the latest symbol of American tennis dominance. At just 21, Gauff’s rise has been both meteoric…
India’s top-ranked men’s singles tennis player, Sumit Nagal, is set to begin his Roland Garros 2025 campaign on Tuesday, 20 May, in the qualifying rounds. The 26-year-old, currently ranked No. 169 in the ATP rankings, will take on Mitchell Krueger of the USA (ATP No. 151) in the first qualifying round — a crucial match…
As the European clay season gathers momentum, a trio of Indian players Manas, Mukund and Karan Singh step onto three very different stages across the Challenger and ITF circuits today. From Skopje to Tbilisi and Tehran, Indian tennis fans have plenty to keep an eye on with Manas Dhamne, Mukund Sasikumar, and Karan Singh all…
In a stunning display of talent and composure, 17-year-old Indian tennis prodigy Manas Dhamne achieved the most significant victory of his burgeoning career by defeating former World No. 16 and 2018 French Open semifinalist Marco Cecchinato in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4. This remarkable win occurred during the first round of qualifying at the ATP Challenger…
It has been a mixed week for Indian Table Tennis Players at WTT Contender Doha Our players including Manav Thakkar and Manush Shah had a good run in the Men’s Doubles Category. In Men’s Singles, Manav Thakkar (WR 58) defeated Ovidiu Ionescu (WR 43) in straight sets before losing to the promising youngster from Japan…
AUSTRALIAN OPEN: SUMIT NAGAL TO FACE 26th SEED TOMAS MACHAC IN 1st ROUND The Indian No:1 Sumit Nagal will be in action at the prestigious Australian Open, the first slam of the year. Fans were so happy after seeing his performance in Auckland and hoping for a good draw in Australian Open. However, his draw…
World Number 98 Sumit Nagal would be up against a Wildcard Alexander Klintcharov from New Zealand (WR 792) in the 1st Qualifier of the ASB Classic ( ATP Auckland 250). This highly anticipated match will be held on hardcourts. Sumit Nagal previously competed in Canberra Challenger and eventually lost to WR 211 Patrick Kypson in…
