Nagal and Badosa Power Eagles to WTL Final with Thrilling Wins
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In a crucial match for the Eagles, Sumit Nagal overcame Dhakshineswar Suresh in a tense tie-break, securing a 7-6 win and keeping his team on track for the World Tennis League final. Nagal's consistent game and cleverly-placed serves allowed him to stay even with his younger rival in the first 12 games, but it was the tie-break that proved decisive. After a strong start from Suresh, Nagal fought back from 4-1 down to level the scores at 4-4 and then surged to a 6-4 lead. The momentum shifted once again when Suresh executed two brilliant forehand winners to tie the match at 6-6, forcing a Golden Point. Nagal ultimately emerged victorious with a neat forehand cross-court volley, securing a hard-fought win. Meanwhile, Paula Badosa made a significant contribution to the Eagles' victory, dismantling Marta Kostyuk 6-1 in the women's singles. Badosa, who struggled on Wednesday, regained her form and dominated the match with her powerful serve and ground shots. She also paired with Gael Monfils to win the mixed doubles, beating Kostyuk and Dhakshineshwar 6-3. The Eagles continued their dominance in the men's doubles, with Monfils and Nagal outsmarting Nick Kyrgios and Dhakshineshwar 6-3. With these wins, the Eagles have taken a significant lead in the overall standings, with a score of 43-34.
