Lakshya Sen Stuns Jonatan Christie to Reach All England Quarterfinals
In an electrifying match at the All England Championships held in Birmingham, star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen pulled off a stunning upset against world No. 2 Jonatan Christie of Indonesia, securing his place in the men’s singles quarterfinals with a dominant 21-13, 21-10 victory.
Clinical Performance in Just 36 Minutes
Lakshya showcased exceptional skill and strategy, dismantling Christie in just 36 minutes. This win not only narrowed his head-to-head record against Christie to 3-4 but also marked a significant comeback since their last meeting at the Paris Olympics. The Indian shuttler’s agility and court coverage were on full display, as he took an early 11-7 lead in the first game.
Despite a brief comeback from Christie, who leveled the score at 12-12, Lakshya quickly regained control, storming through the rest of the match to seal his victory and advance to the quarterfinals.
Mixed Results for Indian Women’s Singles
While Lakshya’s triumph lifted Indian spirits, the women’s singles campaign faced setbacks. Malvika Bansod was eliminated by Japan’s two-time world champion Akane Yamaguchi, losing 21-16, 21-13 in just 33 minutes. Malvika struggled with consistency, unable to match Yamaguchi’s precision and sharp drop shots.
Furthermore, PV Sindhu also exited the tournament earlier, marking a challenging phase for Indian women’s badminton. With Lakshya Sen as the sole remaining hope, all eyes will now be on his performance in the quarterfinals as he aims to make a deeper run in the prestigious tournament.
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