After winning the Men\u2019s Singles title at the ITF World Tennis Tour M15 in Bhubaneswar last month, the wild card entry presents the 29-year-old with a crucial opportunity to face a highly talented field at one of India\u2019s top tennis tournaments. Elevated last year to an ATP Challenger 125 level, the Bengaluru Open now offers a prize purse exceeding USD 225,000 and grants 125 ATP ranking points to the singles winner, increasing its attractiveness and competitive importance.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt's a proud moment for me to compete at the Bengaluru Open ATP Challenger, especially in my home state. This tournament has consistently provided us a world class stage to test ourselves against formidable international competition, and this being the 10th edition is certainly special. I am extremely grateful for the wild card and support by KSLTA and I look forward to playing at the Bengaluru Open and giving my best. Thank you.\u201d Expressed Prajwal upon receiving the wild card.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Prajwal, a right-handed player from Mysore, has become a consistent presence on the professional circuit. He achieved his highest ATP singles ranking of No. 595 in February 2024 and his peak doubles ranking of No. 265 in July 2025. His career highlights include winning an ATP Challenger doubles title at the 2023 President\u2019s Cup in Kazakhstan, partnering with fellow Indian Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha. He has also regularly represented Karnataka at the National Games and served as the flag bearer for the state in the last two editions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt's a proud moment for me to compete at the Bengaluru Open ATP Challenger, especially in my home state. This tournament has consistently provided us a world class stage to test ourselves against formidable international competition, and this being the 10th edition is certainly special. I am extremely grateful for the wild card and support by KSLTA and I look forward to playing at the Bengaluru Open and giving my best. Thank you.\u201d Expressed Prajwal upon receiving the wild card.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Organised by the KSLTA in association with the All India Tennis Association (AITA), the landmark 10th edition of the Bengaluru Open will feature a strong international line-up alongside India\u2019s leading players. With Dev taking to the court as a wildcard entrant, the tournament once again reinforces its role as a vital platform for Indian tennis and promises fans a week of world-class action.<\/p>\r\n\r\n