‘There is still fire in me’: How Abhishek Bastola is battling administrative neglect to keep Nepal’s tennis dream alive
Summary
Abhishek Bastola has been instrumental in Nepal’s Davis Cup debut and promotion despite battling administrative neglect and funding challenges. Now training internationally, Bastola aims for Grand Slam competition while calling for reforms in Nepal's tennis administration.
Key Points
- Abhishek Bastola played a key role in Nepal's debut and promotion in the Davis Cup despite battling illness and lack of support.
- Bastola has been excluded from national teams previously and has received little to no financial assistance from the Nepal Tennis Association.
- He is currently competing internationally, including events in China and India, funding his participation personally.
- Bastola's ultimate goal is to qualify for Grand Slam tennis tournaments, advocating for better management and investment in Nepalese tennis.
