Bengaluru, Jan. 5 -- India's top-ranked singles player Sumit Nagal said on Monday that the Bengaluru Open is among the best challenger tournaments in the world, as he prepares to lead the home challenge at the landmark 10th edition of the Dafa News Bengaluru Open.

The main draw of the prestigious ATP Challenger event is underway at the SM Krishna Tennis Stadium.

Nagal, widely regarded as one of India's most accomplished singles players in recent years, brings a wealth of experience to the 2026 edition.

His career highlights include representing India at the Olympic Games, being a regular member of the Davis Cup team for over a decade, achieving a career-high ATP singles ranking within the Top 100, winning multiple ATP Challenger titles, ...