Who is Lakshya Sen? India's ace badminton player at Paris Olympics

NEW DELHI: Lakshya Sen, an Indian badminton player, secured a victory against Julien Carraggi of Belgium in the Group L men's singles match at the ongoing Paris Olympics on Monday. The Indian shuttler clinched the win in straight sets, 21-19, 21-14, in a match that lasted 43 minutes at the La Chapelle Arena.

Despite facing a four-point deficit in the first game, Lakshya managed to turn the tables and claim the set. He maintained his dominance throughout the second game, outplaying Carraggi.

However, Lakshya's impressive win over Guatemala's Kevin Cordon on Sunday was nullified after Cordon withdrew from the Olympics due to a left elbow injury. As a result, Cordon's upcoming Group L matches against Indonesia's Jonatan Christie and Belgium's Julien Carraggi will not take place.


In accordance with the BWF General Competition Regulations for group stage play, the result of the match between Lakshya Sen and Kevin Cordon was removed from the records.

Lakshya's ranking will now be determined based on his performance in the remaining two matches in Group L.

Prior to Cordon's withdrawal, Lakshya had defeated him 21-8, 22-20 in a match that lasted 42 minutes on Saturday. The Indian shuttler dominated the first game, winning it in just 14 minutes.

Although Cordon fought back in the second game and held four game points, the 22-year-old Indian displayed remarkable resilience, winning six consecutive points to secure the game and the match.

Lakshya Sen's profile:
Lakshya Sen, a rising star in Indian badminton, hails from Almora, Uttarakhand, and was born on 16 August 2001. Sen's achievements include securing gold at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and silver at the 2022 Asian Games, showcasing his prowess on the international stage. His talent was further highlighted when he earned a bronze medal at the 2021 World Championships, cementing his position as one of India's top badminton players.