Indian tennis star Sumit Nagal had a disappointing end to his campaign in the 2025 Auckland Open after he lost against America's Alex Michelsen 6-7 (8-10), 6-4, 6-2 in the first round on Monday, January 6. Despite taking a lead in the first set, the 27-year-old fell short against the young American player and lost two back-to-back sets after that.