Sumit Nagal became the first Indian to enter the Monte Carlo Masters singles main draw in 42 years, beating Facundo Diaz Acosta of Argentina in a three-setter in the final qualifying round here on Sunday.

Nagal, ranked 95th in the world, defeated his World No.  55 rival 7-5, 2-6, 6-2 in a gruelling match that lasted two hours and 25 minutes.