How Did Karan Singh Become India’s No. 2 Ranked Player?

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Key Takeaways
- Karan Singh has achieved a career-high ranking of World No. 426.
- He is now the second-ranked Indian singles player.
- Karan won his first ITF title in Tehran, Iran.
- He has shown exceptional performance in recent tournaments.
- His journey reflects resilience and determination in the sport.
Chandigarh, July 9 (NationPress) Karan Singh has achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching a career-high ranking of World No. 426 in the latest ATP Rankings, positioning him as the second-ranked Indian singles player, just behind India’s top player, Sumit Nagal, who is ranked World No. 307. This marks an impressive leap of 11 places from his previous rank of 437, securing his place as the No. 2 player among Indian men in the ATP singles standings.
Karan's ascent in the rankings comes after an outstanding series of performances. The 22-year-old athlete has participated in three consecutive ITF World Tennis Tour M15 finals between May and June 2025, where he claimed his inaugural ITF title in Tehran, Iran, defeating Aleksandr Lobanov in straight sets with scores of 7-6, 6-2. He also finished as runner-up in the other two finals held in Tehran and Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
His latest endeavor saw him compete in the ITF World Tour M25 tournament in Monastir, Tunisia, where he showcased his tenacity by reaching the quarterfinals. Unfortunately, he faced a narrow defeat against Fabrizio Andaloro from Italy in a gripping three-set match, with a close score of 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-7(7).
“This ranking improvement is a testament to Karan’s resilience, discipline, and consistent performances over the past few months. We have concentrated on enhancing not only his physical capabilities but also his tactical intelligence and mental fortitude. Breaking into the top 500 is a significant achievement, and to rise to India’s No. 2 at this point in his career highlights his determination and potential. We are optimistic that this positive trend will persist in the coming months,” stated Aditya Sachdeva, Technical Director of Roundglass Tennis Academy.
Karan has been on a steady upward trajectory since his Davis Cup debut victory for India in February 2025, where he played a crucial role in securing a 4-0 win during the World Group I Playoff. He is currently part of the ATP Challenger Tour swing in India, aiming to leverage these higher-tier competitions for further ATP ranking advancements.