In a remarkable showcase of skill and determination, Lakshya Sen has secured the first title of the season at the Australian Open 2025 badminton tournament. This victory marks his sixth career title and solidifies his position among the elite in badminton.
Lakshya Sen’s Victory at the Australian Open 2025
Competing in Sydney, Sen, who is currently ranked 14th globally, faced off against Japan’s Yushi Tanaka, ranked 26th. The match concluded in just 38 minutes with scores of 21-15, 21-11 in favor of Sen. This final was their first encounter on the court.
Highlights of the Match
- Sen took an early lead in the opening game, scoring four consecutive points to establish a 7-3 advantage.
- Despite a brief comeback from Tanaka at 17-15, Sen swiftly countered with another four-point streak to win the first game.
- The second game mirrored the first, with Sen building a solid six-point lead at the interval, ultimately leading to a convincing victory.
Path to the Finals
Sen’s journey to the title included a dramatic semi-final where he overcame Chou Tien Chen after saving three match points. In the quarter-finals, he defeated fellow Indian Ayush Shetty. Earlier this season, Sen had notable performances, finishing as the runner-up at the Hong Kong Open and advancing to two semi-finals, including the Kumamoto Masters last week.
Notable Achievements
This latest triumph adds to Sen’s impressive resume, which includes:
- Two Super 100 titles (Dutch Open and SaarLorLux Open) in 2019.
- India Open Super 500 title in 2022.
- Canada Open Super 500 title in 2023.
With this win, Lakshya Sen joins his compatriot Ayush Shetty, who claimed the US Open Super 300 title earlier in June, making them the only Indian badminton players to secure BWF World Tour titles this year.
Sensational performances like these not only enhance Sen’s profile but also heighten India’s presence in the badminton world.
