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 time, both for his ranking ambitions and his self-belief.
At just 22, Singh has quietly put together a season that suggests his breakthrough into the Challenger main draws and possibly the top 350 is only a matter of time, provided he finds greater consistency on the mental side of the game.
Impressive Wins on Tunisian Hard Courts
Singh’s run in Monastir has entered Quarterfinal with a confident performance against Alaa Trifi, Tunisia’s top junior prospect who has already cracked the ITF Junior top 50. Karan controlled the baseline exchanges, moved well, and served effectively to wrap up the match in straight sets a significant confidence boost after his narrow defeat to Italy’s Francesco Andaloro in a previous quarterfinal, where he famously held five match points but couldn’t close.
He made the second round beating Australia’s Hayden Jones, a former junior world No. 9 known for his aggressive shot-making and recent good form against higher-ranked players. Once again, Singh played with composure, mixing patient rallies with timely aggression to blunt Jones’ attacking game. These back-to-back wins not only secured Singh’s spot in the quarterfinals against France’s M. Bertimon but also signaled that he’s capable of bouncing back quickly after setbacks.
Learning from Near Misses
It wasn’t long ago that Singh faced a heartbreaking loss against Andaloro, where despite holding multiple match points, he couldn’t convert. A match like that can linger in a player’s mind. Yet Singh’s response in Monastir shows progress: instead of letting the disappointment affect his form, he came back to win two quality matches in a row.
Earlier this season, Singh also reached the quarterfinals of an M25 event in Monastir, where he defeated France’s Clement Gautier before facing Andaloro. While the loss hurt, the deeper run reflected the growing stability in his performances at this level.
Strong Season Despite Challenger Setbacks
Singh’s 2024–25 season so far is marked by solid results on the ITF World Tennis Tour. While his quest for a Challenger main draw appearance in the Indian Swing didn’t materialize this year, his results elsewhere have kept his ranking moving in the right direction.
He made finals in consecutive events in Tashkent and Tehran earlier this year, winning the title in Tehran one of the biggest moments of his season so far. A week later, he continued his form with another final in Tashkent, underlining his ability to back up success.
These consistent results on the ITF circuit have helped Singh climb the ATP rankings steadily. Now, with Monastir adding fresh points and the Indian summer swing over, Singh’s focus turns to a new challenge: competing in Astana Challenger, where the level is deeper and the conditions are tricky
Moving Up the National Rankings
The bigger picture also brings good news. On July 13, Singh is set to become India’s No. 2 player as Sasikumar Mukund drops 15 ATP points earned from a title in China last year. Singh’s recent wins should ensure he maintains or improves his ranking at just the right time.
With Sumit Nagal well established as India’s top-ranked player, Singh stepping into the second spot adds much-needed depth to Indian men’s tennis a sign that the next generation is slowly starting to push forward.
If Singh manages consistent runs in Monastir and a few Challenger breakthroughs, breaking into the ATP top 350 this year is entirely realistic. Such a milestone would open up qualifying spots at bigger tournaments, help him attract sponsors, and provide the confidence needed to compete against established names.
The Missing Piece: Mental Stability
Singh’s on-court game marked by solid groundstrokes, good movement, and a versatile backhand has already proven it belongs at a higher level. The difference-maker now is psychological: closing matches from winning positions and staying composed under pressure.
His heartbreaking loss to Andaloro, where he let five match points slip, highlighted this area. But his swift recovery in the same tournament location shows he’s learning, adapting, and not letting setbacks define him.
Spain and Beyond
Next, Singh heads to India for couple of weeks and then will be playing in Astana
Yet this move is exactly what Singh needs. Regular matches against higher-ranked opponents in different conditions will accelerate his development, toughen him mentally, and teach him to handle diverse playing styles.
Karan Singh’s season so far tells the story of a player finding his place on the pro circuit. His consecutive finals in Tehran and Tashkent, strong run in Monastir, and rise to Indian No. 2 status all suggest he’s on the brink of a bigger breakthrough.
If he can translate his game into wins against Challenger-level opponents and keep the mental lapses at bay, Singh could end the year in the top 350 or even higher. For Indian tennis fans eager to see fresh names alongside Nagal, Ramkumar, and Mukund, Singh’s emergence offers hope that the next chapter of Indian men’s tennis is just beginning.
As he goes into the quarterfinal match tomorrow and then later when he steps onto Spanish courts next week, the spotlight will follow not as pressure, but as recognition that Karan Singh has earned his place among India’s top players, and that the journey ahead could be the most exciting yet.
