India’s Lakshya Sen knocked off Denmark’s world No. 2 Anders Antonsen in straight sets to move into the men’s singles quarter‑finals at the Odense tournament. The 21‑year‑old beat the Dane 21‑13, 21‑14 in a 53‑minute bout, showing calm aggression and smart shot‑mixing that kept the second seed off balance.
Sen’s victory is one of his biggest of the season and marks a clear return from an injury‑heavy year. He used precise net play, powerful smashes and clever variations in pace to force errors and win points quickly. The win also follows a solid opening‑round victory over Ireland’s Nhat Nguyen, setting the stage for a quarter‑final clash against the winner of the Weng Hong Yang–Alex Lanier match.
In doubles, India’s top pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their good form by beating the Chinese Taipei duo Lee Jhe‑Huei and Yang Po‑Hsuan 21‑19, 21‑17. The sixth‑seeded pair sealed the win in 41 minutes, using aggressive net play and decisive court coverage to stay in control. Earlier in the event, they defeated Scotland’s Christopher Grimley and Matthew Grimley in the first round.
Both Indian teams are now on track to face tougher opponents in the quarterfinals. Sen’s win over a top‑ranked opponent showcases his tactical maturity and the balancing of power and precision that has defined his revival. Rankireddy and Shetty’s straight‑sets victory echoes the same blend of speed and strategy that has propelled Indian play on the world stage.
The Odense tournament continues to deliver exciting matchups as players look to advance to the semifinals and beyond. Fans can watch the next stages of the event to see whether Sen can keep his momentum, and if Rankireddy and Shetty will build on their impressive run in doubles.
Source: ianslive
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