India’s top-ranked tennis player, Sumit Nagal, showcased remarkable resilience as he fought back from the brink to secure victory against Slovakia’s Lucas Klein in the opening round of the ATP 250 Kitzbuhel Open in Austria. The Paris Olympics-bound Nagal triumphed in a hard-fought battle, winning 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (3).
Sumit Nagal overcomes a close game
First Set: Nagal started strong, clinching the first set with a score of 6-4.
Second Set: However, in the second set, Nagal faced a dip in form, allowing Klein to dominate. The Slovak player took the set comfortably.
Deciding Third Set: Nagal found himself trailing at 3-5 in the third set. Undeterred, he mounted a comeback, eventually forcing a tie-break. In the crucial tie-break, Nagal regained his rhythm and emerged victorious with a score of 7-3.
With this hard-fought win, Nagal secured a spot in the pre-quarterfinals. His next challenge awaits in the form of fourth-seeded Spaniard Pedro Martinez, currently ranked No. 45 in the world.
Close one today 🥵
But happy to move into the 2nd round in Kitzbuhel. Thanks a lot for your best wishes as always! 🙏🏽
📸 Alexander Scheuber pic.twitter.com/9dd0L69UUZ
— Sumit Nagal (@nagalsumit) July 22, 2024
Nagal’s tenacity and ability to bounce back under pressure demonstrate his promising potential on the international tennis stage. As fans eagerly follow his journey, they anticipate more thrilling matches and memorable performances in the days to come.
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