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Sumit Nagal Secures China Visa After Initial Denial for Australian Open Playoff

The approval followed a public appeal after an unexplained initial rejection.

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.