Lakshya Sen has etched his name in Indian badminton history by becoming the first Indian man to reach the semifinals of the Olympics. The 22-year-old sensation defeated Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei in a thrilling quarterfinal match at Paris Olympics.
With this win in the quarterfinal, Indian have set-up a potential showdown with either Denmark’s second-seed Viktor Axelsen or Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew of Singapore in the semi-final.
The Indian defeated man from Chinese Taipei by 19-21, 21-15, 21-12.
Indian Badminton stars Saina Nehwal (Bronze at London 2012), PV Sindhu (Rio 2016 Silver and Tokyo 2020 Bronze) have each won Olympic medals for India since 2012 Olympics.
Historic Breakthrough for Lakshya Sen
Lakshya Sen’s achievement is a monumental moment for Indian badminton. The sport has witnessed a resurgence in recent years, with players consistently making their mark on the world stage. However, reaching the semifinals of the Olympics is a feat that has eluded Indian male shuttlers until now.
Sen’s journey to the semifinals has been marked by impressive performances, showcasing his talent and determination. His victory over Chou Tien Chen is a testament to his growth as a player and his ability to compete at the highest level.
Weight of Expectations from Lakshya Sen
With the exit of PV Sindhu and the men’s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, the pressure to deliver a medal for India rests solely on Lakshya Sen’s shoulders. The young shuttler is aware of the expectations but remains focused on his game.
Sen’s journey to the Olympics has been marked by hard work and dedication. He has overcome numerous challenges to reach this stage, and his determination to succeed is evident in his every performance.
India’s Badminton Legacy
Indian badminton has a rich history, with players like Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu winning Olympic medals in recent years. Sen’s achievement adds to this legacy and inspires a new generation of badminton players in the country.
As Sen prepares for the semifinal, the entire nation will be behind him, cheering him on to create history. A gold medal would be the ultimate dream, but reaching the semifinals itself is a remarkable achievement.
Indian in semifinal
With Lakshya Sen in semi-finals, Indian Badminton contingent still have hopes to win a medal at Paris Olympics. He is now the lone representative of Indian Badminton at Paris Olympics. India has never returned home without a medal in Badminton since 2012 London Olympics.
India’s ace PV Sindhu and doubles stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have already crashed out of Paris Olympics.
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