The stage is set at DLTA Complex for the ATP Delhi Open, starting February 16, with wildcard announcements injecting fresh energy into the main draw. Delhi Lawn Tennis Association honors Davis Cup standout Karan Singh, teenage sensation Manas Dhamne, and Digvijay Pratap Singh with direct entries, underscoring India’s deepening tennis talent pool.
Fresh from India’s Davis Cup win over the Netherlands in Bengaluru, Karan Singh’s heroics have fast-tracked him into the spotlight. His reliability on the pro tour and key plays in the national tie swayed the selection committee. This wildcard symbolizes recognition of his role in elevating Team India’s standing.
Eighteen-year-old Manas Dhamne embodies the future of Indian tennis. Counted among the nation’s brightest prospects, his participation here pits him against elite competition, offering critical experience at a tender age. Such high-stakes matches could prove transformative for his professional trajectory.
Not to be overlooked, Digvijay Pratap Singh, who served as a Davis Cup reserve, gains main draw access. His domestic consistency and team contributions make him a fitting choice.
Rohit Rajpal, DLTA President, lauded the decisions as forward-thinking. These wildcards balance immediate rewards with sustained development, he noted, stressing the importance of exposing youth to ATP-level pressure.
In qualifiers, Nitin Kumar Sinha, Ishak Iqbal, Udit Kamboja, and Denis Yevseyev snag wildcards, setting up intense showdowns for main draw spots. As the Delhi Open unfolds, it reaffirms its role as a launchpad for Indian players aiming for international breakthroughs.