Sumit Nagal Withdraws from Davis Cup Due to Back Injury

India's top singles player, Sumit Nagal, has pulled out of the upcoming Davis Cup tie against Sweden because of a back injury. Nagal, who recently lost in the US Open, announced his withdrawal on social media, expressing his disappointment. Aryan Shah has been drafted into the main team, and Ashutosh Singh has been named the new national coach.

India's top singles player, Sumit Nagal, has withdrawn from the upcoming Davis Cup tie against Sweden due to a back injury, dealing a significant blow to the Indian team. The match is scheduled to be played on September 14-15 in Stockholm.

Nagal, who recently suffered a first-round exit at the US Open, posted on social media that he has been advised by doctors to rest for the next two weeks. This injury also forced his withdrawal from the US Open doubles event. He expressed deep disappointment but emphasized the need to listen to his body to avoid worsening the injury and to prepare for future competitions.

As a result of Nagal's withdrawal, reserve player Aryan Shah has been promoted to the main team, with Manas Dhamne on standby. Additionally, former national champion Ashutosh Singh has been appointed as the new coach of the national team.

(With inputs from agencies.)