India’s tennis campaign at the 2026 Asian Games hit a significant hurdle on Monday as the women’s doubles pairing of
The match proved to be a grueling battle, with the Indian pair initially showing resilience to push the contest the distance. After splitting the first two sets, the momentum shifted during the final match tie-break, where the Kazakh combination secured the victory with a final scoreline of 7-5, 3-6, 5-10. This defeat marks an early conclusion to the doubles aspirations for Raina and Bhosale in the current edition of the Games.
Rain Disrupts Men's Singles Progress
While the doubles event reached its conclusion, the men’s singles competition faced weather-related interruptions.
The match is now scheduled to resume on Tuesday, September 29. The encounter carries added significance for the Indian player, who is looking to improve his record against South Korean opposition. Nagal previously faced difficulties against players from the same nation during the recent Davis Cup tie held in Seoul, where he suffered defeats in both of his singles matches. The upcoming resumption will be a critical test for Nagal as he attempts to navigate the challenging conditions and secure a path forward in the tournament.
