Indian ace shuttler Lakshya Sen clinched his first BWF World Tour title of the 2025 season by winning the Australian Open Super 500 men’s singles crown in Sydney on Sunday, November 23.
The 24-year-old, world-ranked 14th, showcased a commanding performance in the final, defeating Japan’s Yushi Tanaka in straight games with a dominant scoreline of 21-15, 21-11 in just 38 minutes.
This victory is highly significant for Sen, as it marks the end of a prolonged title drought on the international circuit following a challenging phase that included his fourth-place finish at the Paris Olympics. His win was built on momentum gained from a gritty semi-final victory where he saved three match points against Chou Tien Chen. Sen’s return to the top is a crucial boost for Indian badminton, signaling his resurgence ahead of the new season.
