New Delhi, February 18 The Delhi Lawn Tennis Association (DLTA) felicitated the Indian Davis Cup team for its outstanding victory over the Netherlands in the Davis Cup, held alongside the ongoing Delhi Open.
India, ranked 33rd at the time, upset the sixth-ranked Dutch team 3-2 in a thrilling tie in Bengaluru earlier this month, advancing to the second round of the Qualifiers in September.
During the felicitation on Tuesday night, DLTA President Rohit Rajpal said, "At DLTA, we remain committed to supporting and strengthening Indian tennis at every level. Celebrating our Davis Cup team is part of that larger vision."
Sumit Nagal, who has reached the second round of the Delhi Open, reflected on the win while speaking to the media during the ceremony.
"Everyone did a fantastic job. When you win your match, it gets easier and easier. In Switzerland, I got two points, and in this Bengaluru tie, Yuki Bhambri and Dhakshineswar Suresh got all the points. Ultimately, the Davis Cup is about the team, and everyone performed well."
Nagal also praised his teammate Dhakshineswar Suresh, who won both his singles matches against the Netherlands.
"I met him in 2016, so I've known him for a decade. I've always supported him in any way I could. DK is also a very nice person, very calm and smart on the court. I really believe he can succeed, and I wish him all the best. Whenever he feels like something is missing or needs advice, he's quick to ask. Even in the Davis Cup match, I told him how I felt."
Speaking about India's next tie against Korea in September, Nagal said it will not be easy.
"You're playing a top 16 match, and you can't expect an easy win. They have always played well in the Davis Cup. I know it will be a tough match, but if you play well, you always have a chance to win."
