Karan Singh Dominates ITF M25 Mumbai to Clinch 4th Title of 2026
Karan Singh captures his fourth title of 2026 at the ITF M25 Mumbai tournament, dominating the field without dropping a single set.
In a stunning display of consistency and power, Roundglass Tennis Academy (RGTA) athlete Karan Singh has captured the men's singles title at the USD 30,000 ITF Men’s World Tennis Tour M25 tournament. The victory, secured on Sunday at the Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association in Cooperage, Mumbai, marks the fourth title of the 2026 season for the 23-year-old rising star.
A Hard-Fought Final
The final saw an all-RGTA clash as Karan Singh faced off against his academy teammate, Digvijay Pratap Singh. The match, played on outdoor hard courts, began with a grueling first set that lasted over an hour. In a fiercely contested battle, Karan managed to break through, securing the opening set 7-5.
Karan carried this momentum into the second set, quickly establishing a 3-1 lead. However, the match came to an abrupt end when Digvijay was forced to retire after one hour and 32 minutes of play, handing the championship trophy to Karan.
A Flawless Tournament Run
Karan Singh's path to the title in Mumbai was nothing short of dominant; he navigated the entire tournament draw without dropping a single set. His journey through the brackets showcased both composure and technical brilliance:
- Round of 32: Started the campaign with a steady 6-4, 6-4 win over Nitin Kumar Sinha.
- Round of 16: Delivered a serving clinic against qualifier Adil Kalyanpur, holding 10 of his 11 service games to win 7-5, 6-3.
- Quarterfinals: Advanced past the seventh seed, Sidharth Rawat, following a retirement while the score stood at 3-4.
- Semifinals: Put on a masterclass against Chirag Duhan, maintaining a 100 per cent hold rate on serve (winning 9 of 9 service games) to cruise to a 6-3, 6-2 victory in just 79 minutes.
RGTA's Double Success
The tournament was a massive success for the Roundglass Tennis Academy, which achieved a 1-2 podium sweep. While Karan took the top spot, Digvijay Pratap Singh also had an impressive run. Digvijay, who recently won the ITF M15 title in Baku, reached the final after a convincing 6-4, 6-2 semifinal victory over the second seed, Garrett Johns.
For Karan Singh, this victory is a testament to his current peak form. Over the last two months, the young athlete has reached four finals and secured two titles, cementing his position as a formidable force on the ITF circuit.