Lakshya Sen, India’s badminton star, lost in the first round of the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament. He was defeated by Ireland’s Nhat Nguyen in straight games with scores of 7-21, 16-21. Despite having beaten Nguyen in three games at the Denmark Open last week, Sen struggled to find his rhythm in Paris. His performance was marked by repeated errors, hitting wide and into the net.
Key Highlights of the Match:
First Game: Sen trailed 2-7 early, and despite controlling many rallies, he struggled with finishing shots. Nguyen extended his lead to 19-7 before wrapping up the game with a crisp cross-court winner.
Second Game: Sen fell behind 1-6 but briefly closed the gap to 4-6. However, unforced errors allowed Nhat to build an 11-5 lead at the break. Sen attempted a comeback, reaching 11-15, but crucial mistakes hindered his progress .
Reasons for Sen’s Loss:
Unforced Errors: Sen’s repeated errors, including hitting wide and into the net, significantly impacted his game.
Lack of Precision: His attacking play lacked accuracy, and deep tosses frequently missed their mark.
Inability to Sustain Pressure: Sen struggled to sustain pressure and capitalize on opportunities, ultimately leading to his defeat .
