India’s 3-1 Davis Cup victory over ninth-seeded Switzerland in the World Group 1 was a result for the ages. Not only did it come away from home, at the Swiss Tennis Arena in Biel, but it was also against a fancied opponent, the sort of side India have not beaten in the recent past. This result puts India into the 2026 Davis Cup Qualifiers early next year, and Sumit Nagal played a huge part, winning both his singles – against Marc-Andrea Huelser (6-3, 7-6) and Henry Bernet (6-1, 6-3). In this exclusive chat with Boria Majumdar, RevSportz editor-in-chief, Nagal spoke of the importance of the result and what it might change for Indian tennis.
Boria: Historic win. Your first reaction, Sumit?
Sumit: It was a proud moment for me, the team and the country. I played both my matches at a good level and team pushed each other very hard.
Boria: What does this mean for Indian tennis?
Sumit: We need to keep performing and do the right things, and keep on improving as individuals and as a team.
Boria: We needed a spark for the sport. Is this it?
Sumit: Honestly, I don’t think this will be enough, but if we keep performing like this, then I am sure it could be a great movement.
Boria: Finally, your own efforts. As the flag-bearer for the last several years, how does it feel?
Sumit: The No. 1 spot comes with a responsibility, for sure. Pressure is always high in Davis Cup, but super proud of myself, on how I held myself and the level I brought in.
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