Chinese Foreign Ministry Instructs Sumit Nagal To Submit 'Materials In Line With Requirements' Following Visa Rejection

Last Updated:November 13, 2025, 17:12 IST

Nagal sought assistance after his visa was rejected without explanation, following which he has been directed to submit his application to the Embassy with all required documents.

Sumit Nagal returns a shot during a match. (PTI Photo)

The Chinese Foreign Ministry stated that India’s top-ranked tennis player, Sumit Nagal, who was denied a visa to travel to China for a tournament, should submit his application to their Embassy with all the required documents on Thursday.

Nagal was scheduled to travel to Chengdu to compete in the Australian Open Playoff event, which offers regional players a main-draw entry into the 2026 Australian Open.

On Tuesday, Nagal wrote on X that his visa was rejected without explanation and sought assistance from the Chinese Ambassador to India.

In response, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China issues visas to athletes from all countries, including India, in accordance with laws and regulations. He expressed hope that the individual concerned would submit the application materials in line with the requirements of the Chinese Embassy in India in a timely manner.

The 27-year-old from Jhajjar, Haryana, is currently India’s highest-ranked singles player, placed 275 in the latest ATP standings. After losing his place in the top 100, Nagal cannot enter top events like Grand Slams as a direct entrant and relies on wild card entries or qualifiers.

Last year, he competed in the Australian Open main draw, losing in the opening round, and fell in the qualifying rounds for Roland Garros and Wimbledon. He played a crucial role in India’s Davis Cup win over Switzerland, winning both his singles matches against lower-ranked players.

(With Inputs From Agencies)

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