HYLO Open 2026: PV Sindhu & Lakshya Sen Win Women's & Men's Singles Titles, Sealing A Memorable Double Triumph For India

In a remarkable two-week span, India witnessed a historic double triumph at the HYLO Open 2026 in Germany. PV Sindhu secured the women's singles crown, becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this feat at the prestigious event, while Lakshya Sen claimed the men's singles trophy. Both athletes demonstrated exceptional skill and determination throughout the competition.

Sindhu, a reigning Japan Open champion, showcased her prowess by outplaying Denmark's Line Hojmark Kjarsfeldt in a swift 39-minute match, winning 21-12, 21-14 without a single game loss. The Indian badminton ace had previously finished as the runner-up at the French Open, further solidifying her impressive performance at the HYLO Open. She credited her team's hard work, strategic planning, and maintaining composure as key factors in her success.

In the men's singles category, Lakshya Sen dominated fourth-seeded Jonathan Christie of Indonesia, defeating him in a 39-minute contest with a scoreline of 21-17, 21-10. The victory marked a significant milestone for Sen, who secured his first title of the season and leveled his head-to-head record against Christie. The Indian badminton player expressed his satisfaction with his performance, emphasizing the strong matches against top-quality opponents that led to his triumph.