Despite taking the lead, Sumit Nagal exited the Auckland Open after falling to youngster Alex Michelsen 6-7 [8-10], 6-4, 6-2 in the first round on Monday.

Sumit Nagal, who made the main draw after winnnig two qualifying matches, lost to world no.41 Alex Michelsen 7-6 (10-8), 4-6, 2-6.

India's Sumit Nagal bowed out of the men's singles opening round at the Auckland Open ATP 250 event following a 7-6 (10-8), 4-6, 2-6 loss to Alex Michelsen on Monday. Nagal, who had entered the main draw of the competition,