Lakshya Sen knocked out by unknown American as home favourite disappoints again
On August 19, 2026, American teenager Garret Tan upset Indian badminton sensation Lakshya Sen at the World Championships in New Delhi. Sen, a 14th-ranked player, was knocked out 19-21, 21-19, 21-17 by Tan, an 18-year-old who has not yet chosen his singles event. Tan, who has no fixed training base or permanent coach, plays an aggressive doubles style, delivering powerful smashes from the length.
Sen, who was strapped due to a shoulder injury, offered low lifts to his opponent, surrendering his own game. Despite a brief comeback in the second game, Sen's lack of confidence and passive play ultimately led to his defeat.
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