Lakshya Sen loses to Kunlavut Vitidsarn in Thailand Open badminton semis
1 year, 6 months ago

Lakshya Sen loses to Kunlavut Vitidsarn in Thailand Open badminton semis

Hindustan Times  

The Indian challenge at the $420,000 Thailand Open badminton ended on Saturday as Lakshya Sen lost a tough men’s singles semi-final battle to local player Kunlavut Vitidsarn. India's Lakshya Sen Playing his first semi-final since winning the Commonwealth Games gold in Birmingham last year, Sen lost 21-13, 17-21, 13-21 in an hour and 15 minutes in Bangkok. But world No.5 Vitidsarn showed great awareness, peppering Sen with stinging smashes to win four straight points, pushing the match into the decider. Sen looked in control of the decider as he led 10-6 but some brilliant deceptive shots from Vitidsarn, who reached the final of the World Championships last year, helped him level the contest at 11-all.

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Lakshya Sen wins Syed Modi International for 1st time, crushes Jia Teh in final
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Lakshya Sen wins Syed Modi International for 1st time, crushes Jia Teh in final

India Today  

Lakshya Sen claimed his first Syed Modi International title with a dominating win over Singapore's Jia Teh in the final on Sunday, December 1. While Jia Teh briefly arrested the free flow of points for the Indian, Lakshya took an 11-4 lead heading into the break of Game 1. A 6-0 run, which also included an incredible rally from the …

Syed Modi International 2024: Satwik-Chirag pair pulls out on opening day; Sindhu eyes third title
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Syed Modi International 2024: Satwik-Chirag pair pulls out on opening day; Sindhu eyes third title

The Hindu  

The Indian challenge at the Syed Modi International Super 300 badminton tournament suffered a setback after former World No. The Indian duo, returning to action for the first time since the Paris Olympics at the China Masters last week, had practised on Monday and was scheduled to face the Chinese pair of Chen Xu Jun and Guo Ruo Han in …

It still hurts: Lakshya focused on fitness and building momentum after Olympic heartbreak
1 month ago

It still hurts: Lakshya focused on fitness and building momentum after Olympic heartbreak

The Hindu  

India’s Lakshya Sen admitted the pain of missing out on an Olympic medal will linger, but said he is now focused on regaining his full fitness and building momentum ahead of the next season with strong performances in the remaining tournaments. Also, there are a few niggles here and there, so just trying to manage that.” Sen, a 2021 World …

Japan Masters 2024: PV Sindhu makes winning start, Lakshya Sen exits early
1 month, 1 week ago

Japan Masters 2024: PV Sindhu makes winning start, Lakshya Sen exits early

India Today  

Ace shuttler PV Sindhu began her campaign in the Kumamoto Masters Japan 2024 with a resounding win in the women's singles competition. Since her early exit in the Paris Olympics, Sindhu competed in the Arctic Open in which she was ousted in the opening round. LAKSHYA SEN EXITS Earlier on Tuesday, India's women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri …

'I want to be the Virat Kohli of Indian badminton in the coming years': Lakshya Sen
3 months, 3 weeks ago

'I want to be the Virat Kohli of Indian badminton in the coming years': Lakshya Sen

Hindustan Times  

Leading 19-18 in the first game of a must-win encounter against one of the medal favourites, Jonatan Christie, India's Lakshya Sen pulled a rabbit out of his hast. 'I want to be the Virat Kohli of Indian badminton in the coming years': Lakshya Sen The shuttle had beaten the Indian, but Lakshya used his hands to reach it and make …

Deepika Padukone Comforted a 'Devastated' Lakshya Sen After Olympics Loss: 'She Called and Said...'
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Deepika Padukone Comforted a 'Devastated' Lakshya Sen After Olympics Loss: 'She Called and Said...'

News 18  

Deepika Padukone called up badminton star Lakshya Sen after he lost the bronze medal at the Olympics 2024, the latter revealed. Even after the bronze medal match, Deepika called me and said ‘It’s fine; don’t worry. Lakshya Sen faced a tough defeat in the bronze medal match at the Paris Olympics men’s singles badminton. Ranveer praised Lakshya’s efforts and encouraged …

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Meets Lakshya Sen After Paris Olympics 2024 Near-miss
4 months ago

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Meets Lakshya Sen After Paris Olympics 2024 Near-miss

News 18  

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen on Saturday to laud him for his valiant showing at the Paris Olympics 2024. https://t.co/uFk8Ee5oRB— Lakshya Sen August 18, 2024 CM Dhami lauded the badminton star on his efforts representing the tricolour at the sporting extravaganza and urged him to keep his fight going in order to go …

'In Rohit Sharma's words, Lakshya Sen was...': Gavaskar rips into Indian shuttler for Olympic meltdown, backs Padukone
4 months, 1 week ago

'In Rohit Sharma's words, Lakshya Sen was...': Gavaskar rips into Indian shuttler for Olympic meltdown, backs Padukone

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricket team captain Sunil Gavaskar has come in support of badminton legend Prakash Padukone after he called for players to take responsibility in the wake of India not clinching a single Olympic medal in badminton at the Paris Games for the first time since 2008. Sunil Gavaskar blasts Lakshya Sen for losing opportunity to win a medal at …

The Agony of Finishing Fourth at Olympics - News18
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Agony of Finishing Fourth at Olympics - News18

News 18  

The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris is in full flow. Indian tennis stars would know what that means, 1996 Atlantic Olympics singles bronze medalist Leander Paes having failed to repeat the magic in doubles with Mahesh Bhupathi after losing the doubles match for the bronze medal in Athens. Abhinav Bindra shot his way to a gold medal in Beijing in …

Ranveer Singh comes out in support of Lakshya Sen after loss in Paris Olympics: ‘He’s only 22 and just getting started'
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranveer Singh comes out in support of Lakshya Sen after loss in Paris Olympics: ‘He’s only 22 and just getting started'

Hindustan Times  

India's Lakshya Sen had a crushing loss at the Paris Olympics men's singles badminton bronze medal match. Ranveer Singh has come out in support of the 22 year-old player, who became the first Indian male shuttler to reach the semi-finals of the Men's Badminton in the Olympics. Ranveer lauded the efforts of Lakshya despite his loss, and said ‘fight another …

'Not able to figure out what went wrong in Lakshya Sen's head': India shuttler's coach can't 'digest' Olympics loss
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Not able to figure out what went wrong in Lakshya Sen's head': India shuttler's coach can't 'digest' Olympics loss

Hindustan Times  

India ended their badminton campaign without a single medal at the Olympics for the first time since 2008. Lakshya Sen, who became the first Indian male shuttler to make the semis in the singles category at the Games, came closest from the seven-member contingent to securing a medal at the Paris Olympics 2024. Earlier on Sunday, in the semifinal clash …

Lakshya Sen loses bronze play-off to Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia, India’s badminton campaign over
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen loses bronze play-off to Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia, India’s badminton campaign over

The Hindu  

Serving 3-1 up in the opening game of his Olympic bronze medal encounter against Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia, Lakshya Sen attempted a high serve against his Malaysian opponent. While Lakshya’s error had come at a critical time against Axelsen, the one against Lee had come very early on. Before the Olympic bronze medal match, Lakshya Sen had played Lee five …

Lakshya Sen loses bronze playoff to Lee Zii Jia
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen loses bronze playoff to Lee Zii Jia

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: For the first time since 2008, India’s badminton squad failed to win an Olympic medal as Lakshya Sen lost in three games to Malaysian seventh seed Lee Zii Jia in the men’s singles bronze playoff at the Porte de La Chapelle Arena in Paris on Monday. Lakshya Sen in action against Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia on Monday. Lee …

Lakshya Sen's historic Olympic campaign ends with defeat to Lee Zii Jia in bronze-medal match
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen's historic Olympic campaign ends with defeat to Lee Zii Jia in bronze-medal match

Hindustan Times  

It just wasn't to be for Lakshya Sen. After an inspiring performance against Viktor Axelsen that ended in a defeat, Lakshya did put out a strong fight but couldn't capitalise on the early lead, and an injury during the second game further hampered his gameplay as he faced a 21-13, 16-21, 11-21 loss to Lee Zii Jia of Malaysia. India's …

‘Lakshya Sen played better than me, should win gold at LA Olympics 2028’: Viktor Axelsen after 'toughest match' in Paris
4 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Lakshya Sen played better than me, should win gold at LA Olympics 2028’: Viktor Axelsen after 'toughest match' in Paris

Hindustan Times  

Reigning Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen predicted a gold medal for India's Lakshya Sen in the next Olympics at Los Angeles in 2028 after beating the young shuttler in straight games in the badminton men's singles semi-final at Paris Olympics 2024 on Sunday. India's Lakshya Sen congratulates Denmark's Viktor Axelsen after their men's singles badminton semi-final match during the Paris 2024 …

Lakshya Sen falls to Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen in Badminton semis at Paris Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen falls to Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen in Badminton semis at Paris Olympics

The Hindu  

The heavy Indian contingent in the spectators gallery at Paris’ Arena Porte De La Chapelle was in a state of excitement as it sensed an upset in the court below. Indeed, Olympic men’s singles badminton champion Viktor Axelsen looked to be in real trouble against India’s Lakshya Sen. Axelsen tried to block out the noise. Down three game points in …

Lakshya Sen goes down fighting against reigning champion Viktor Axelsen, to battle for bronze in Paris Olympics
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen goes down fighting against reigning champion Viktor Axelsen, to battle for bronze in Paris Olympics

Hindustan Times  

India's hopes for its first-ever Olympic badminton gold were dashed on Sunday as 22-year-old Lakshya Sen faced a tough defeat against Denmark's Viktor Axelsen. Despite Axelsen’s uncharacteristic unforced errors, the Danish champion showcased his resilience; Sen held a 20-17 lead, but Axelsen staged a remarkable comeback, saving three game points to win 22-20. Despite Sen’s mid-game advantage, Axelsen eventually wore …

When is Lakshya Sen's bronze medal match and who will be his opponent at Paris Games?
4 months, 2 weeks ago

When is Lakshya Sen's bronze medal match and who will be his opponent at Paris Games?

India TV News  

Indian ace shuttler Lakshya Sen went down fighting against defending Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen in the semifinal of the men's singles at the Paris Games on Sunday, August 4. Lakshya to face Lee Zii Jia Lakshya Sen will now be facing Malaysia's Lee Zii Jia for the bronze medal match. As per the Paris Olympics official website, the medal matches …

How did India perform on Day 7 of Paris Olympics 2024? Check full results
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How did India perform on Day 7 of Paris Olympics 2024? Check full results

Hindustan Times  

India saw plenty of action on Day 7 of the ongoing Paris Olympics, on Friday. India's medal tally stands at three, with Manu Bhaker clinching two bronze and Swapnil Kusale bagging another. Meanwhile, Tajinderpal Singh Toor came 15th in men's shot put qualification and got knocked out. Results from Paris Olympics 2024 Day 7- Badminton Lakshya Sen beats Chou Tien …

Lakshya Sen to face Viktor Axelsen in Olympic semis: H2H, all you need to know
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen to face Viktor Axelsen in Olympic semis: H2H, all you need to know

India Today  

Lakshya Sen etched his name into the history books on August 2, Friday as he became the first Indian male shuttler to make it to the semi-finals at the Olympics 2024. Paris Olympics 2024: India Schedule | Full Coverage | Medal Tally | Now, Lakshya has said that the real test for him begins and Axelsen would be the big …

Sensational Sen first Indian male shuttler in Olympic semis
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sensational Sen first Indian male shuttler in Olympic semis

Hindustan Times  

“Slap the shots, don’t lift. Lakshya became the first Indian to make the men’s singles semi-finals at the Olympics, bettering the record of Parupalli Kashyap and Kidambi Srikanth, who had both reached the quarter-finals. Initially, Chou’s jump smashes, coming from the elevation of around 12 feet, were too hot to handle despite Lakshya’s traditionally brilliant defence, enough to just edge …

Lakshya Sen scripts history, becomes first Indian to reach badminton men's singles semi-finals at Olympics
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen scripts history, becomes first Indian to reach badminton men's singles semi-finals at Olympics

Hindustan Times  

Lakshya Sen made history on Friday when he became the first Indian to reach the men's singles semi-finals at the Olympics. In a hardly fought quarterfinal played across 75 minutes, Lakshya defeated Chou Chen of China; the final score read 19-21, 21-15, 21-12. Lakshya Sen of India in action during the match against Chou Tien-chen of Chinese Taipei In men's …

Paris 2024 Olympics, Indian Badminton wrap: Lakshya Sen’s medal chances still alive; Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag crash out
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics, Indian Badminton wrap: Lakshya Sen’s medal chances still alive; Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag crash out

The Hindu  

Lakshya Sen kept his chances of an Olympic medal alive by beating compatriot H.S. Prannoy in the men’s singles pre-quarterfinals but the country’s strong medal hopes, the men’s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, lost their last-eight encounter in badminton competitions at the Porte de La Chapell arena here on Thursday. Sindhu’s dream for a historic third medal …

Lakshya Sen beats HS Prannoy to enter Paris Olympics men's singles quarterfinals
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen beats HS Prannoy to enter Paris Olympics men's singles quarterfinals

Hindustan Times  

India's Lakshya Sen registered a comfortable straight-game win over compatriot HS Prannoy to become only the third male player ever from the country to reach the quarterfinals of the Olympics badminton competition here on Thursday. Paris: India's Lakshya Sen and compatriot HS Prannoy after Sen won the men's singles Round of 16 badminton match at the 2024 Summer Olympics The …

HS Prannoy vs Lakshya Sen: A historic all-India badminton knockout at Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 3 weeks ago

HS Prannoy vs Lakshya Sen: A historic all-India badminton knockout at Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

It is expected to be an epic thriller as HS Prannoy takes on Lakshya Sen in a titanic round of 16 clash, at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. HS Prannoy will take on Lakshya Sen. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} Prannoy had to seal a spirited win against Vietnam's Le Duc Phat in his final group stage game, winning 16-21 21-11 …

HS Prannoy vs Lakshya Sen: A historic all-India badminton knockout at Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 3 weeks ago

HS Prannoy vs Lakshya Sen: A historic all-India badminton knockout at Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

It is expected to be an epic thriller as HS Prannoy takes on Lakshya Sen in a titanic round of 16 clash, at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. HS Prannoy will take on Lakshya Sen. Prannoy had to seal a spirited win against Vietnam's Le Duc Phat in his final group stage game, winning 16-21 21-11 21-12. "I was just …

Lakshya's 'in-Sen' backhand masterclass at Paris Games 2024 has internet talking: How could you pull off that shot?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakshya's 'in-Sen' backhand masterclass at Paris Games 2024 has internet talking: How could you pull off that shot?

Hindustan Times  

Form is temporary, but class is permanent. Lakshya Sen pulled a rabbit out of the hat during his crucial singles badminton clash with Indonesia's world number 4 Jonatan Christie at the Paris Games 2024 on Wednesday. Lakshya Sen marched into pre-quarters with his win over Jonatan Christie Lakshya's 'in-Sen' backhand masterclass became the talk of the town on the internet. …

Paris 2024: Sensational Sen stuns Indonesia’s Christie, enters last 16
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: Sensational Sen stuns Indonesia’s Christie, enters last 16

Hindustan Times  

Lakshya Sen has achieved what he couldn’t for the last four years -- beat Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie. This is despite Christie being one of the favourites for the men’s singles gold at Paris, despite him being the third seed, world No.4, reigning Asian and All England champion. Now playing from the disadvantaged end, more and more number of Jonatan’s birds …

Paris 2024: Unruffled Lakshya Sen wins, Christie test next
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris 2024: Unruffled Lakshya Sen wins, Christie test next

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI Late on Sunday, Lakshya Sen came to know that his win against Kevin Cordon will not count as the Guatemalan had withdrawn from the Paris Olympics due to a left elbow injury. But that didn’t seem to bother Sen as he came out on Monday to beat Belgian Julien Carraggi 21-19, 21-14 in 43 minutes to effectively win …

Lakshya Sen wins ‘first match’ of his Olympic debut, beats Belgian opponent Carraggi in straight games
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen wins ‘first match’ of his Olympic debut, beats Belgian opponent Carraggi in straight games

The Hindu  

Lakshya Sen beat a tough opponent, Belgium’s Julien Carragi, 21-19, 21-14 in a men’s singles Group-L match at the La Chapelle badminton arena of the Olympics here on Monday. Lakshya, who had beaten Guatemala’s Kevin Cordon in his first match, saw the result being deleted after Cordon’s withdrawal due to an injury. The men’s doubles match between Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty …

Why was Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen's first Paris Olympic win deleted?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Why was Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen's first Paris Olympic win deleted?

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Shocking announcement of the Badminton World Federation on Sunday evening deleting Lakshya Sen's victory over Guatemalan player Kevin Cordon at the Paris Olympics 2024 had caused quite a stir, but why did they do it? The Indian badminton player, who was playing his first Olympic game against Kevin Cordon had registered an easy win without even needing a …

Why was Lakshya Sen's win on Olympic debut 'deleted'? Indian shuttler in tough spot as 'unfair' rule called out
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Why was Lakshya Sen's win on Olympic debut 'deleted'? Indian shuttler in tough spot as 'unfair' rule called out

Hindustan Times  

Lakshya Sen's win vs Guatemala's Kevin Cordon in the men's singles Group L match at Paris Olympics has been ‘deleted’. This situation is utterly unjust and deeply unfair to Lakshya Sen.” Here are the other reactions- Other than Lakshya, even Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty made a strong start, with a 21-17 21-14 win vs France's Lucas Corvee and Ronan …

Lakshya Sen crosses first hurdle in Paris
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen crosses first hurdle in Paris

Hindustan Times  

Kevin Cordon had created quite a stir three years ago in Tokyo. Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen in action during the men’s singles Group L match against Guatemala's Kevin Cordón. But at the other end, a calm and resolute Lakshya Sen never lost belief in his abilities as he saved all game points and won six points on the trot …

Paris Olympics 2024, badminton: Contenders Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty, Lakshya Sen make confident start
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024, badminton: Contenders Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty, Lakshya Sen make confident start

Hindustan Times  

Medal contenders Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty signalled their intention with an easy straight-game victory in their opening group stage men's doubles match after singles ace Lakshya Sen got his maiden Olympic campaign underway on a winning note here on Saturday. Paris: India's Lakshya Sen returns a shot in the Men's Singles Group stage badminton match against Guatemala's Kevin Cordon …

Revisiting India’s unforgettable fourth-place Olympic heartbreaks
5 months ago

Revisiting India’s unforgettable fourth-place Olympic heartbreaks

The Hindu  

It's often said that finishing fourth in the Olympics is peak agony. Arguably India's greatest doubles pair in tennis, Paes and Bhupathi missed out on a bronze medal after losing a marathon match to Croatia's Mario Ancic and Ivan Ljubicic 6-7 6-4 14-16 to end fourth. Arjun Babuta Indian archers Dhiraj and Ankita It was that proverbial moment of ‘so …

Lakshya Sen bows out of Thailand Open after losing to Anders Antonsen
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen bows out of Thailand Open after losing to Anders Antonsen

Hindustan Times  

India's challenge ended at the Indonesia Open Super 1000 tournament with star shuttler Lakshya Sen bowing out in the quarterfinals of the men's singles event in Jakarta on Friday. Lakshya Sen of India Sen, ranked 14th in the world, fought hard before going down 22-24 18-21 against world no.5 Anders Antonsen of Denmark in a match that lasted one hour …

Lakshya Sen enters second round of Indonesia Open
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen enters second round of Indonesia Open

The Hindu  

Star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen entered the men's singles second round of the Indonesia Open Super 1000 tournament with a straight-game win over Japan's Kanta Tsuneyama on Tuesday. Sen, who sneaked into the Olympic qualification with back-to-back semifinal finishes at the French Open and All England Championships, will next be up against the winner of the match between seventh seed …

All England badminton: Lakshya goes down fighting in semis
9 months, 1 week ago

All England badminton: Lakshya goes down fighting in semis

Hindustan Times  

Lakshya Sen threw everything he had in his arsenal, but a calm and assured Jonatan Christie had the response to whatever the Indian’s racquet came up with. The 2018 Asian Games champion ended Sen’s spirited challenge, winning 21-12, 10-21, 21-15 in 68 minutes to set up the first all-Indonesian final for 30 years against Anthony Sinisuka Ginting. Christie’s third win …

Lakshya Sen storms into All England Open semis
9 months, 1 week ago

Lakshya Sen storms into All England Open semis

Hindustan Times  

Down 20-22, 14-16, Lakshya Sen was almost on the verge of exiting the $1.3 million All England Open Badminton Championships. India's Lakshya Sen in action Up against former champion Lee Zii Jia, Sen displayed nerves of steel to eventually win a thriller and enter the men’s singles semi-finals of the Super 1000 tournament in Birmingham late on Friday. A runner-up …

All England Open: How Lakshya Sen scripted a comeback win over world No. 3 Anders Antonsen
9 months, 1 week ago

All England Open: How Lakshya Sen scripted a comeback win over world No. 3 Anders Antonsen

Firstpost  

With PV Sindhu losing to world No. 1 An Se Young on Thursday, Lakshya Sen is the only Indian left in the prestigious All England Open badminton tournament. Lakshya Sen defeated Anders Antonsen despite being 2-8 down in the final game at All England Open. Reuters Lakshya Sen scripted a comeback win over world no. With two winners, Antonsen made …

BWF French Open: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty Duo Cruises Into Final
9 months, 1 week ago

BWF French Open: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty Duo Cruises Into Final

News 18  

India’s world number one pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty stormed into the men’s doubles final of the French Open Super 750 tournament after beating South Korea’s Seo Seung Jae and Kang Min Hyuk in straight games here. In a face-off between the two best pairs in the world, the Indian team of Rankireddy and Shetty dominated most of …

Lakshya Sen stuns ex-world champ, Satwik-Chirag in semis, fighting Sindhu loses epic battle against Chen in French Open
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakshya Sen stuns ex-world champ, Satwik-Chirag in semis, fighting Sindhu loses epic battle against Chen in French Open

Hindustan Times  

Lakshya Sen recorded a fine win, while Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also stayed on course for the men's doubles title but a fighting PV Sindhu fell short in the women's singles quarterfinals at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament in Paris on Friday. While the Chinese kept targeting Sindhu's body, the Indian managed to gather points with some …

Rajawat shows the exit to former champ Lakshya
11 months, 1 week ago

Rajawat shows the exit to former champ Lakshya

Hindustan Times  

The India Open was always going to be a crucial stop for both Lakshya Sen and Priyanshu Rajawat. Priyanshu Rajawat of India competes during the men's singles match against Lakshya Sen from India at the YONEX-SUNRISE India Open 2024 badminton tournament The former is an ex-champion, an established star, the flagbearer of Indian men’s badminton today, one who has beaten …

India Open: 'Man on a Mission' Priyanshu Rajawat topples Lakshya Sen on opening day
11 months, 1 week ago

India Open: 'Man on a Mission' Priyanshu Rajawat topples Lakshya Sen on opening day

Hindustan Times  

In the decisive round of the opening match at India Open on Tuesday, Priyanshu Rajawat displayed a determined focus, having navigated the pressure in the previous game to even the scoreline against his close friend, Lakshya Sen. Priyanshu asserted control by securing three consecutive points in the third game, maintaining a substantial lead that visibly frustrated Lakshya. Priyanshu Rajawat of …

Lakshya Sen parts ways with Anup Sridhar, Vimal Kumar to coach for now
11 months, 1 week ago

Lakshya Sen parts ways with Anup Sridhar, Vimal Kumar to coach for now

Hindustan Times  

Reigning Commonwealth Games champion Lakshya Sen has parted ways with coach Anup Sridhar and will currently be assisted by childhood coach U Vimal Kumar. Following his gold at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, Lakshya had been struggling with form especially after a deviated nasal septum surgery in September 2022. Former India international Anup was roped in by the Prakash …

Badminton National Championship | Lakshya Sen will be the star attraction
1 year ago

Badminton National Championship | Lakshya Sen will be the star attraction

The Hindu  

Lakshya Sen will be the star attraction in the 76th Inter-State-Inter-Zonal and 85th Senior National badminton championships to be held here from December 18 to 24. The team is spearheaded by India No.1 Kartikey Gulshan Kumar and Alap Mishra in singles, and with support from doubles specialists, Ravi Krishna and Achutaditya Rao. The Karnataka men’s team will be no pushover …

Lakshya Sen in spotlight at the 85th badminton Senior National C’ship
1 year ago

Lakshya Sen in spotlight at the 85th badminton Senior National C’ship

The Hindu  

Lakshya Sen will be the star attraction in the 76th Inter-State-Inter-Zonal and 85th Senior National badminton championships to be held here from December 18 to 24. Spearheaded by India No.1 Kartikey Gulshan Kumar and Alap Mishra in singles, and with support from doubles specialists, Ravi Krishna and Achutaditya Rao, AAI looks pretty strong. Indian Railways, Central Zone champion in men …

Srikanth, Lakshya bow out of French Open Badminton
1 year, 1 month ago

Srikanth, Lakshya bow out of French Open Badminton

The Hindu  

India’s ace shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen bowed out of the French Open Super 750 tournament after losing their respective men’s singles matches here on Wednesday. It was an easy victory for the world number 25 French player as he punished the 22nd ranked Srikanth for his error-prone showing. Soon after, it was Lakshya’s turn to suffer as he …

The Great Indian Badminton Slump of Early 2023 and the Way to Navigate Past it
1 year, 2 months ago

The Great Indian Badminton Slump of Early 2023 and the Way to Navigate Past it

News 18  

After riding a real high in 2022, when India snatched the Thomas cup from under the unsuspecting eyes of badminton superpowers like China, Indonesia, Denmark, Malaysia etc and cleaned up the badminton event at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games by stunning the rest of the assembled nations, when we claimed gold in women and men singles, gold in men’s doubles and …

Asian Games 2023, Badminton: Indian men assured of medal, women's team bows out
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian Games 2023, Badminton: Indian men assured of medal, women's team bows out

Hindustan Times  

India thrashed lowly Nepal 3-0 in the quarterfinals to secure a historic medal after 37 years in the men's team badminton event at the Asian Games here on Friday. Taking the court first, Lakshya Sen defeated Prince Dahal 21-5 21-8 before Kidambi Srikanth beat Sunil Joshi 21-4 21-13 in the second match. However, India couldn't produce a fight with two-time …

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