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Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association: Dhakshineswar Suresh, an emerging Indian tennis talent, has been granted a wild card entry into the singles main draw for the Bengaluru Open’s landmark 10th edition, set to take place at the S.M. Krishna Tennis Stadium in Bengaluru from January 5 to 11, 2026.

Dhakshineswar has steadily advanced in the professional circuit and received acclaim from the tennis community for his powerful serve and aggressive style. At 6’5” and 25 years old, he was part of India’s extended Davis Cup World Group I squad in 2024 and made a notable debut in September 2025 against Switzerland, where he defeated a higher-ranked Swiss player, Jérome Kym, 7–6(4), 6–3. This win helped India secure an early lead and contributed to their historic 3–1 victory on Swiss soil.

Speaking on the occasion, Dhakshineswar said, “It’s a proud moment for me to compete at the Bengaluru Open ATP Challenger, especially in front of my home crowd. This tournament has consistently provided Indian players a world-class platform to test themselves against top international competition, and it’s been an amazing effort by the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association. I’m grateful for the opportunity and the support, and I look forward to giving my best on court. I hope to see Bengaluru fans cheering for me.”