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    Protected ranking is merit, says Devvarman; raises concern over lack of Indians in Top 200 singles
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    Protected Ranking Is Merit, Says Devvarman; Raises Concern Over Lack Of Indians In Top 200 Singles

    By IANS News May 24, 2026 • 14:54 PM View: 221
    Former India No: Former India No. 1 Somdev Devvarman has defended the use of protected rankings in professional tennis, calling it a system built strictly on merit, while expressing deep concern over the absence of Indian singles players in the world's top 200.

    India's Karman Kaur Thandi had secured her spot in the women’s singles qualifying draw for this year's French Open, officially ending India’s recent drought of representation in Grand Slam singles events. However, her return to the Grand Slam stage ended in a tough opening-round defeat, falling to local favourite Harmony Tan in the first round of qualifying.

    Speaking to IANS, the former player explained that protected ranking is not a handout but something a player earns through prior performance.

    TAGS Former India No Somdev Devvarman Karman Kaur Thandi French Open Grand Slam Harmony Tan Sumit Nagal
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