How much prize money did Sumit Nagal win after his Round of 32 exit from the Moselle Open 2024?
India's top-ranked men’s singles tennis player, Sumit Nagal, entered the Moselle Open 2024 with high hopes of advancing in this prestigious ATP 250 event. Held at the Arènes de Metz in France, the Moselle Open is part of the ATP Tour’s series of 250 tournaments.
Although Nagal had been hoping to make a deep run, his journey ended sooner than expected after a Round of 32 clash with Frenchman Corentin Moutet. Despite the early exit, Nagal still earned a significant prize, receiving $6,215, which translates to approximately INR 5,22,993.
In his opening match, Sumit Nagal faced Corentin Moutet, ranked 66th in the world. A home favorite, Moutet entered the match with the support of the French crowd, while Nagal, currently ranked 83rd, aimed to establish his presence against a higher-ranked opponent. The encounter seemed poised for a close contest, especially given their previous encounters, but unfortunately, Nagal’s plans were disrupted by physical discomfort, which eventually led to his mid-match withdrawal.
How did Sumit Nagal lose the Moselle Open 2024 game against Corentin Moutet?
Sumit Nagal began the match strongly. He took an early lead, breaking Moutet’s serve to go up 5-2 in the first set. His strong play raised hopes of a competitive showing against Moutet, who has become a familiar opponent for Nagal over the years. However, the tide turned as Moutet, with the support of his home crowd, found a way to claw back into the set.
The Frenchman won four consecutive games, ultimately claiming the first set 7-5. As the second set began, it became clear that Nagal was dealing with physical discomfort. Moutet quickly took advantage of the situation, extending his game-winning streak to a 4-0 lead. Unable to continue due to injury concerns, Nagal retired from the match, ending his Moselle Open journey and handing Moutet a passage to the next round.