S. D. Prajwal Dev and Nitin Kumar Sinha will be at the forefront of the Indian contingent at the Delhi Open 2026, scheduled from February 16–22 at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi. The tournament will witness a competitive doubles field, with Australia’s Dane Sweeny and Japan’s Seita Watanabe as the top-ranked pair, boasting a combined team ranking of 265.
The Indian challenge will be spearheaded by S. D. Prajwal Dev and Nitin Kumar Sinha, the highest-ranked all-Indian duo in the main draw. With Dev ranked at 219 and Sinha at 243, they aim to leverage their familiarity with home conditions against a strong international lineup.
Noteworthy is the presence of five players, including Jay Clarke, competing in both singles and doubles, highlighting the depth of the doubles draw at the tournament. The event has attracted seven teams based on their doubles rankings, showcasing the expertise of specialist pairings and the competitive edge brought by players excelling in both disciplines.
DLTA President Rohit Rajpal expressed the growing significance of the Delhi Open on the Challenger circuit, emphasizing its role in providing Indian talent exposure to top-tier international competition. He also stressed the developmental importance of doubles play in enhancing players’ skills and exposing them to varied playing styles and strategic demands at the Challenger level.
The Delhi Open remains a pivotal event on the ATP Challenger Tour calendar, offering players, both emerging and established, valuable opportunities for competitive growth and the chance to earn crucial ranking points.
