Overview
- Earlier this week, Nagal said his visa was rejected without reason and he asked China’s ambassador in India and the embassy to intervene.
- Late Thursday, he announced he had received the visa and thanked the Chinese ambassador, India’s Ministry of External Affairs and the Sports Authority of India for prompt help.
- China’s Foreign Ministry said visas for athletes are issued according to regulations and urged submission of a fresh application with the required documents.
- The Asia-Pacific wild-card playoff is scheduled for Nov. 24–29 in Chengdu, with winners earning entry to the 2026 Australian Open.
- No explanation for the original denial has been made public, and Nagal, ranked around No. 275, relies on such pathways to reach Grand Slam draws.