Sumit Nagal in motion in the course of the U.S. Open tennis championship in New York.
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India’s prime singles participant Sumit Nagal on Monday (September 2, 2024) pulled out of the upcoming Davis Cup tie in opposition to Sweden because of a again harm.
Nagal just lately misplaced his first spherical singles contest to Tallon Griekspoor on the U.S. Open.
The indoor hard-court contest in Stockholm will likely be performed on September 14-15. Reserve participant Aryan Shah has been drafted into the primary group after Nagal’s withdrawal whereas Manas Dhamne has been placed on standby.
“I used to be actually wanting ahead to representing within the upcoming Davis Cup tie in opposition to Sweden,” Nagal wrote on social media.
“Nevertheless, because of a again concern that is been bothering me for the previous few weeks, medical doctors have suggested me to relaxation for the following two weeks, leaving me with out sufficient time to organize and compete in Sweden. This identical concern additionally led to my withdrawal from the US Open doubles “I am deeply upset to be lacking this tie, however I’ve to take heed to my physique to forestall the again from worsening, in order that I can end the season robust and wholesome. Good luck to the Indian group – I will be cheering for you all from dwelling!” he added.
Nagal reached a career-high rating of 68 in July however has dropped to 82 within the newest rankings. India’s highest-ranked singles participant not being a part of the Davis Cup tie is an enormous blow to the group.
Former nationwide champion Ashutosh Singh has been named as new coach of the nationwide group.
Printed – September 02, 2024 03:21 pm IST
