Asian Games Tennis: India Returns Empty-Handed for First Time Since 1986

Indian tennis contingent to return without medal from Asiad

Nagoya: Indian tennis touched a new low on Thursday, October 1, as the country’s contingent returns empty-handed from the Asian Games for the first time since 1986, following the quarterfinal exit of Sumit Nagal in the men’s singles, bringing the curtains down on India’s campaign. After the exit of medal hopeful doubles pairs on Wednesday, … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Storie…

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India's tennis contingent returns without medal in Asian Games for first time in 40 years

India’s tennis campaign ended without a medal at the Asian Games for the first time since 1986. Sumit Nagal’s 4-6, 4-6 quarterfinal loss to China’s Yibing Wu ended India’s hopes, with the doubles teams also exiting earlier.

Asian Games tennis: India returns empty-handed for first time since 1986

Indian tennis faced a disappointing outcome at the Asian Games, finishing without medals for the first time since 1986. Sumit Nagal's quarterfinal loss to China's Yibing Wu concluded India's campaign after promising expectations. Prajnesh Gunneswaran and Ankita Raina had previously secured medals in 2018, raising hopes for a repeat. The doubles teams also struggled, failing to convert their opportunities into podium finishes at the event.

Indian Tennis Faces Historic Setback At Asian Games

Indian tennis experienced a significant disappointment at the recent Asian Games, failing to secure any medals for the first time since 1986. The campaign concluded with Sumit Nagal's quarterfinal exit in men's singles, alongside early exits for key doubles pairs. Coaches and officials acknowledge the high level of competition and the need for better support and development of the next generation of players to avoid similar outcomes in future to…