PV Sindhu and Ayush Shetty Advance to Pre-Quarterfinals at BWF World Championships, Lakshya Sen Eliminated PV Sindhu secured her place in the pre-quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships with a decisive 21-16, 21-17 victory over Canada’s Wen Yu Zhang in a 35-minute match. The Indian shuttler, ranked No. 9, dominated the second game after a closely contested first set, showcasing her powerful smashes and tactical adjustments to neutralize Zhang’s drift. Sindhu’s performance marked a strong return to form, as she now faces World No. 3 China’s Wang Zhiyi in the next round. Ayush Shetty also advanced to the last 16 with a commanding 21-8, 21-10 win over Sri Lanka’s Dumindu Abeywickrama. The young Indian player, who had previously defeated top-ranked Shi Yuqi in the opening round, expressed confidence in his preparations for the upcoming third-round clash against Indonesian talent Alwi Farhan. “I was prepared for a tough match, but happy with the comfortable win,” Shetty said, emphasizing his focus on tactical planning and mental readiness for the next challenge. The day’s results brought mixed outcomes for India, as Lakshya Sen and Unnati Hooda were eliminated. Sen’s defeat to Garret Tan, a player who had previously caused him issues, highlighted the unpredictable nature of the competition. Tan, who trained in Taiwan and Los Angeles, credited his coaches, including childhood mentor Allison Lee, for his success. “I’m super happy about this win,” Tan said, reflecting on his recovery from a head injury that had affected his previous match. Sindhu’s victory provided a morale boost for the home crowd, as she continued her dominance in the women’s singles.#world_championships #lakshya_sen #ayush_shetty #pv_sindhu #bWF_world_championships
