India Open 2026: Lakshya Sen, Treesa-Gayatri Duo Dominate in Stunning Wins
New Delhi, India: The prestigious India Open 2026 (BWF Super 750) kicked off with thunderous applause at the K.D. Jadhav Indoor Hall on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. India’s badminton poster boy and Olympian Lakshya Sen set the court on fire with a clinical and aggressive opening-round victory. In an all-Indian clash that lasted just 36 minutes, the world-ranked No. 14 Lakshya Sen proved too strong for his younger compatriot, Ayush Shetty, securing his spot in the Round of 16.
The victory was not just about the scoreline but the sheer dominance Lakshya displayed. With a flawless strategy to counter the 6’5″ frame of Shetty, Lakshya maintained a perfect 3-0 head-to-head record against the 27th-ranked youngster. Fans in the national capital were treated to a masterclass in net play and defensive resilience, signaling a strong season ahead for the Indian ace.
Lakshya Sen’s Masterclass: Straight-Game Victory To Silence Critics
From the very first serve, Lakshya Sen looked like a man on a mission. He weaponized his familiarity with Shetty’s game, ensuring the shuttle remained flat and fast to neutralize the youngster’s thunderous smashes.
- First Game Dominance: Lakshya raced to a massive 17-6 lead, dictating every rally with precise placement. He closed the set comfortably at 21-12.
- The Second Set Comeback: Ayush Shetty showed a spark of brilliance, leading 11-10 at the interval. However, Lakshya shifted gears immediately after the break, turning the tide to win 21-15.
- Next Big Challenge: Lakshya will now face Japan’s veteran Kenta Nishimoto in the second round, a match expected to be a high-intensity battle of stamina.
Women’s Doubles Power: Treesa Jolly And Gayatri Gopichand Crush Thailand
The Indian dominance wasn’t limited to the singles category. The star women’s doubles duo of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand delivered a powerful performance to kickstart their campaign.
- Clinical Execution: The Indian pair dismantled the Thai duo of Ornnicha Jongsathapornparn and Sukitta Suwachai in straight games.
- Scoreline: Showing great chemistry and net control, they won the match 21-15, 21-11 in just 42 minutes.
- Tough Road Ahead: Treesa and Gayatri are now set to face the Chinese 7th seeds, Li Yi Jing and Luo Xu Min, in what will be a true test of their championship credentials.
Mixed Results For India: Men’s Doubles Advance While Women’s Pair Exits
While the primary stars shone, the opening day saw mixed fortunes for the rest of the Indian contingent.
- Men’s Doubles Success: The pair of M.R. Arjun and Hariharan Amsakarunan pulled off a significant victory, defeating the Malaysian duo of Teo Ee Yi and Ong Yew Sin to advance.
- Heartbreak in Women’s Doubles: Priya Konjengbam and Shruti Mishra were involved in the most dramatic match of the day. Despite saving five match points and earning one of their own, they narrowly lost a marathon 68-minute battle against Hong Kong’s Lui Lok Lok and Tsang Hiu Yan (21-11, 20-22, 24-22).
- Walkover for Satwik-Chirag: The world-renowned pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty moved directly into the next round following a walkover from their American opponents.
The Road Ahead: PV Sindhu And Kidambi Srikanth To Take The Court
The excitement at the India Open 2026 is only beginning. Wednesday, January 14, 2026, promises even more action as India’s “Badminton Queen” PV Sindhu begins her pursuit of the title. Returning from a recent injury, Sindhu’s fitness and form will be under the scanner.
Additionally, former world number one Kidambi Srikanth and the consistent H.S. Prannoy will also feature in their opening matches. With top seeds like Chou Tien Chen and Alex Lanier already facing shock exits on Day 1, the door is wide open for the Indian shuttlers to clinch multiple podium finishes on home soil.
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