Lakshya Sen in Olympics

Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen achieved a stunning victory over world number 3 Jonatan Christie at the Paris Olympics, advancing to the men's singles pre-quarterfinals with scores of 21-18, 21-12. Despite a slow start, Sen showcased exceptional skill, recovering from an initial 0-5 deficit to dominate the match. This win is particularly significant as Christie was considered a favorite to medal, adding weight to Sen's accomplishment. Earlier, fellow Indian player PV Sindhu also progressed to the knockout stage in the women's singles after a commanding win over Estonia's Kristin Kuuba. Sen's next challenge may see him face compatriot HS Prannoy, pending Prannoy's match outcome. This victory is a major boost for Indian badminton in the ongoing Olympics.