Lakshya Sen vs. Viktor Axelsen: Paris 2024 Olympics Semi-Final Showdown
Lakshya Sen is on the brink of history as he prepares to face Danish superstar Viktor Axelsen in the semi-finals of the men’s singles badminton event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The match is set for 12:00 PM IST on Sunday and will be live-streamed and telecast in India.
Historic Moment for Lakshya Sen
Lakshya Sen has become the first Indian male badminton player to reach the semi-finals at the Summer Olympics. No matter the result, he is guaranteed a medal match at Paris 2024. A win will take him to the final for a chance at gold, while a loss will put him in the bronze medal match.
To date, only two Indian badminton players, PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal, have won Olympic medals. Lakshya aims to join this elite group as the first Indian male badminton player to win an Olympic medal.
Tough Challenge Ahead
Defeating Viktor Axelsen, the reigning Olympic champion and world No. 1, is a tough task. Lakshya has won only once in eight meetings against the Dane. His only victory was at the 2022 German Open semi-finals, where he won 21-13, 12-21, 22-20. Their most recent match was at the 2024 Singapore Open, where Lakshya stretched Axelsen to three games.
Impressive Journey
Lakshya’s journey to the semi-finals has been remarkable. He defeated world No. 3 Jonatan Christie of Indonesia in straight games to top his group and then overcame Chinese Taipei’s Chou Tien-chen in the quarters. These wins are significant as Lakshya had losing records against both players before the Olympics.
In the round of 16, Lakshya beat compatriot HS Prannoy, who ranks nine places above him. These victories show Lakshya’s ability to perform under pressure.
Axelsen’s Dominance
Axelsen has been in top form, not dropping a single game in his Paris 2024 campaign. He easily won his group matches and defeated Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew, a former world champion, in the quarters.
Where to Watch in India
Indian fans can watch the Lakshya Sen vs. Viktor Axelsen semi-final match live on the Jio Cinema app and website. The match will also be telecast on Network 18 TV channels.
Conclusion
As Lakshya Sen prepares for the biggest match of his career, Indian badminton fans are eager to see if he can make history. A win against Axelsen would secure a historic medal and inspire future generations of Indian badminton players. Tune in to support Lakshya Sen in his quest for Olympic glory.
