New Delhi, Nov. 11 -- Sumit Nagal, India's top tennis player, has faced a major setback. His visa to China was rejected without any clear reason. The 28-year-old was preparing to compete in the Australian Open Asia-Pacific Wildcard Play-off, hosted by China. It is a qualifying event for the Australian Open 2026.

Top players from India, China, Japan and other Asian nations will battle for a main-draw wild card at the event in Chengdu from 24 November to 29 November.

The acceptance list from the Australian Open 2026 Asia‑Pacific Wildcard Play‑off shows Sumit Nagal as a Direct Acceptance (DA) for the men's singles draw, representing India.

Sumit Nagal has secured a main-draw spot in the event rather than merely a qualifier. Be...