Bengaluru, Feb. 7 -- Dhakshineswar Suresh delivered a commanding performance to help India level the Davis Cup tie 1-1 against the Netherlands, defeating Jesper De Jong in straight sets 6-4, 7-5.
The 25-year-old from Madurai, ranked 465th in the world, combined power, composure, and tactical intelligence to secure a crucial win on a high-pressure stage.
Suresh started confidently, holding his opening service game with powerful serves and aggressive baseline play. The first set was closely contested, with both players exchanging leads multiple times.
Suresh eventually broke De Jong in the 10th game after saving two earlier set points, clinching the set 6-4 to the delight of teammates, including Sumit Nagal, who celebrated with cheers and ...