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GAME. SET. ADELEYE!!!

Nigeria drag themselves back into this Davis Cup World Group II Playoffs against Uzbekistan with Daniel Adeleye taking a final set match against Abdelaziz Usmonjonov to drag the tie to 1-1 ahead of tomorrow’s showdown!

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Davis Cup: Nigeria’s no.1 Adeleye claims hard-fought victory

February 8, 2026

Nigeria’s number one player, Daniel Adeleye, produced a determined comeback to defeat Abdulaziz Usmonjonov of Uzbekistan in the Davis Cup World Group II Playoffs on Saturday at the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

Adeleye showed composure and grit to record a 4-6, 6-2, 6-4 victory after dropping the opening set, earning Nigeria a crucial point and reigniting the home side’s challenge in the tie.

Usmonjonov started brightly, using his consistency and court coverage to edge the first set.

However, Adeleye responded like a top-ranked player, raising his intensity in the second set as he began to dictate rallies and put pressure on his opponent’s serve, racing to a 6-2 win.

The deciding set was tightly contested, with both players refusing to give ground.

Backed by a lively Lagos crowd, Adeleye displayed resilience and maturity in the key moments, breaking late before calmly serving out the match to seal a memorable victory.

Speaking after the match, the Nigerian number one highlighted the importance of staying mentally strong.

“I knew I had to be patient and trust my game, even after losing the first set. Playing at home gives me extra motivation, and I’m happy I could deliver for the team,” Adeleye said.

The win proved pivotal for Nigeria as the tie remained finely balanced, with Adeleye’s performance underlining his leadership role and importance to the team’s hopes in the World Group II Playoffs.

Nigeria 🇳🇬 played Uzbekistan 🇺🇿 in the Davis Cup competition.

Nigeria's Daniel Adeleye fought back to defeat Abdulaziz Usmonjonov of Uzbekistan 4-6, 6-2, 6-4.

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naptu2:
You see, I'm also guilty! I don't know what division we are in.

It was a really big deal in the 1980s. We were in the Euro-Africa Zone Group 1 and we were often playing for promotion to the World Group. Stars from all over the world came to Lagos to play.

I remember when we were relegated to the Euro-Africa Zone Group 2 in the early 1990s. It was heart breaking. We've been relegated again since then and I no longer know what division we are in.

We are playing Uzbekistan right now and nobody is talking about it. It used to be a big deal once upon a time.

I might create a thread about it.

Itiskdg121:
Good one from a Nigerian.

Oh lord, I solemnly pray this morning, that you make Nigeria great among nations of the earth. Amen

Itiskdg121:
Good one from a Nigerian.

Oh lord, I solemnly pray this morning, that you make Nigeria great among nations of the earth. Amen

Tochex101:
Beautiful thread sir........ I'm happy to see enough home support.
We are proud..

Tradepunter2:
We supposed to dominate a lots, lots, lots of sports but because of our useless leader na only potential we remain at. ... very very sad

keemsleek:
Bug congratulations to him. First of all how many people follow tennis in nigeria? It's more of football, basketball, track and field and the rest. When the federation of the sport is not effective it affects the kind of sport. Once again big win to him.

keemsleek:
Bug congratulations to him. First of all how many people follow tennis in nigeria? It's more of football, basketball, track and field and the rest. When the federation of the sport is not effective it affects the kind of sport. Once again big win to him.