Lakshya Sen & Satwik-Chirag Storm into Hong Kong Open Semis

admin September 13, 2025

Lakshya Sen wins a tough three-game match, and doubles pair Satwik-Chirag dominate in straight games to reach the Hong Kong Open semifinals in style

Effective single win by Laxman Sen

Laxman Sen defeated Ayush Shetty, his team partner Ayush Shetty in a three-game match by Laxman Sen. He won the first game, lost the second, then showed mental cruelty in the decider to reach the semi-finals of the Hong Kong Open Super-500 tournament. His footwork, patience in long rallies, and ability stood out equally to cool fans and critics under pressure. It has been some time since they have scored a run in a major event, and this result revives their single campaign.

Doubles Power: Satvik-Chirag continues his strong run

Men’s doubles couple Satvikasaraz Renkeddi and Chirag Shetty again showed why they are among the most trusted couples in India. In his quarter-finals, he played with sharp coordination and attacked with smart variations to dominate his opponents. His straight-game victory reflected the excellent coordination between smash, net play, and defense. With this, they made it to the semi-finals, renewing Asha for a title in the open.

What does it mean for Indian badminton pace

These two results are more than just the match win. They show that India is producing many threats in both singles and doubles. For Sen, the victory boosts confidence for the upcoming tournament. For Sattwik-Chirag, this run can break the close-to-miss pattern and bring them back into a title dispute. Continuity in performance is encouraging and suggests that the Indian shuttler is stepping up to the pressure.

Further challenges and expectations

As they go to the semi-final round, both the Sen and Doubles pair will have to face off. Energy management, handling nerves, and strategic adaptability would be important. Fans must be looking closely: Can Sen continue his speed without late down? Will Satvik-Chirag convert the occasion into a final and possibly a championship?

These matches also underline the importance of mental strength. When the matches are long or speed shifts, the ability to focus often separates the winners from the losers.