Lakshya Sen Shines as Indian Hopes Wane at India Open Super 750

Former champion Lakshya Sen advanced to the quarterfinals of the India Open Super 750, showcasing strategic acumen against Japan's Kenta Nishimoto. In contrast, fellow Indian players Kidambi Srikanth, H S Prannoy, and others faced early exits amid intense competition, leaving Sen as the sole Indian singles contender.

Former champion Lakshya Sen delivered a masterful performance to advance to the quarterfinals at the India Open Super 750 tournament, overcoming Japan's Kenta Nishimoto in a decisive match.

Meanwhile, Indian hopes dwindled as top players Kidambi Srikanth and H S Prannoy exited after valiant efforts against their opponents.

The tournament saw mixed fortunes for India's doubles teams, with the men's doubles pair Rankireddy and Shetty bowing out in a close contest, while the women's doubles team also faced a similar fate.

(With inputs from agencies.)