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PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen Lead India’s Badminton Squad for 2026 Asian Games The Badminton Association of India (BAI) has officially confirmed its roster for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, naming former world champion PV Sindhu and Commonwealth Games gold medalist Lakshya Sen as the cornerstones of the national squad. The selection, finalized following … Read more
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The 2026 Thomas Cup semifinals have delivered a high-stakes clash between India and a surging French squad, with the tie reaching a critical juncture as India’s veteran presence faces a formidable challenge. In a must-win encounter, HS Prannoy has found himself trailing after losing the first game to France’s Toma Junior Popov, placing the Indian … Read more
Horsens, Denmark – India has unveiled its squads for the upcoming 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup badminton championships, set to take place in Horsens, Denmark, from April 24 to May 3. The teams feature a blend of seasoned veterans and emerging talent, with Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu poised to spearhead their respective sides. Lakshya … Read more
Horsens, Denmark – India’s men’s and women’s badminton teams are bracing for a challenging start to their campaigns at the upcoming Thomas Cup and Uber Cup, held in Horsens, Denmark from April 24th to May 3rd. The draw, released today, has placed both squads in demanding groups alongside formidable opponents, including the defending champions from … Read more
Horsens, Denmark – Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal has publicly urged the Badminton World Federation (BWF) to proceed with caution regarding proposed changes to the scoring system, arguing that the current 21-point format is integral to the sport’s intensity and endurance. The BWF is set to vote on a shift to a 3×15 scoring system at … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – Lakshya Sen says he approached the All England Open Badminton Championships with a focused, match-by-match mindset, a psychological discipline that helped him navigate a challenging draw and the weight of expectation as one of India’s leading badminton hopefuls. The 24-year-old returned from Birmingham with a silver medal, falling to Chinese Taipei’s Lin … Read more
Exhaustion Got the Better of Lakshya Sen in All England Final Against Lin Chun-Yi BIRMINGHAM, England – Lin Chun-Yi of Chinese Taipei captured the All England Open Badminton men’s singles title on Sunday, March 8, 2026, defeating India’s Lakshya Sen in a grueling final at the Utilita Arena Birmingham. While Chun-Yi admitted post-match he was … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – Taiwan achieved a remarkable feat at the Yonex All England Open Badminton Championships, securing both the men’s singles and mixed doubles titles on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Utilita Arena in Birmingham. This marks a historic moment for Taiwanese badminton, solidifying its presence on the international stage. Lin Chun-yi delivered a … Read more
BIRMINGHAM, England – In a display of remarkable resilience, India’s Lakshya Sen secured his place in the All England Open 2026 final, defeating Canada’s Victor Lai 21-15, 18-21, 21-16 on Saturday at the Utilita Arena Birmingham. The hard-fought victory, lasting an hour and 37 minutes, saw Sen battling severe cramps in the deciding game, showcasing … Read more
Birmingham, England – Lakshya Sen continued his impressive run at the All England Open Badminton Championships, securing his place in the quarterfinals with a hard-fought victory over Hong Kong’s Ng Ka Long Angus on Thursday. The world No. 12 demonstrated resilience and tactical acumen to overcome a challenging opponent in a three-game thriller. Sen, a … Read more