Lakshya Sen Faces Viktor Axelsen in Semifinals

Lakshya Sen, the first Indian male shuttler to reach the semifinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, faces reigning Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen in a crucial match today. Sen has shown impressive form, defeating higher-ranked players like Chou Tien Chen and Jonatan Christie, but he has historically struggled against Axelsen, who leads their head-to-head record 7-1. The match is set for 3:30 PM IST, and a victory for Sen would secure him a spot in the finals and guarantee a medal for India. Alongside Sen, other Indian athletes, including boxer Lovlina Borgohain and the men's hockey team, also aim for success in their respective events today. With strong support from his coach and past training experience with Axelsen, Sen is determined to rise to the occasion. The stakes are high as he seeks to fulfill his Olympic dream and potentially add to India's medal tally.