The match was moved indoors at 3-3 in the deciding set after rain halted play for the fifth time
Somdev Devvarman
New Delhi: Somdev Devvarman had a bit of history added to his name, winning the longest final on the ATP Challenger Tour to claim his fifth career title in Winnetka, USA. The seventh seeded Indian overcame stiff resistance from American Daniel Nguyen before prevailing 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (5) in the rain-hit clash that lasted three hours and 31 minutes, the longest final in ATP Challenger Tour history.
The match was moved indoors at 3-3 in the deciding set after rain halted play for the fifth time. “The funny thing is, all kept happening on my serve,” Somdev said, referring to the rain delays.
“Even with those match points, I thought I did well. He came up with some great shots and to be honest I’m just happy that I fought so hard. It wasn’t the best tennis today, but I’m happy I fought and got through that one,” he said.
Since winning the Delhi Open in February, Somdev has played 13 tournaments and struggled to go beyond several qualifiers or second rounds in main draws. In that context, Somdev was relieved.
( Source : PTI )
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