Lakshya Sen Shines in Paris: Advances to Pre-Quarters

Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen triumphed over Indonesia's Jonatan Christie in the men's singles Group L match, securing his spot in the pre-quarters at the Paris Olympics. Dominating all his matches, Sen now prepares for a potential clash with HS Prannoy in the Round of 16.

Indian ace shuttler Lakshya Sen emerged victorious against Indonesia's Jonatan Christie, winning 21-18, 21-12 in the men's singles Group L match at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday. Sen clinched his spot in the pre-quarters with this decisive 50-minute victory held at the La Chapelle Arena.

Sen showcased dominance from the start, leading 8-2 in the first game before capitalizing in the second to close the match. Topping Group L, Sen might face fellow Indian player HS Prannoy in the Round of 16, which starts on Thursday.

On Monday, Sen defeated Belgium’s Julien Carraggi in straight sets, 21-19, 21-14, in a 43-minute match. However, his win against Guatemala's Kevin Cordon on Sunday was 'deleted' after Cordon withdrew due to an elbow injury. Sen's initial victory against Cordon was also in straight sets, 21-8, 22-20.