NEW DELHI: The All India Tennis Association (AITA) claimed on Thursday that Sumit Nagal demanded an annual fee of $50,000 to play Davis Cup ties for India. However, Nagal defended this by stating that it is common practice for athletes to be compensated for their participation.
Nagal had opted out of the recent Davis Cup tie against Sweden, citing a back strain. This injury had also forced him to withdraw from the US Open men's doubles competition last month.