Lakshya Sen's Australian Open Triumph Celebrated by CM Dhami

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has congratulated badminton player Lakshya Sen for his impressive victory at the Australian Open Super 500. This achievement not only brings pride to Uttarakhand but also to the entire nation. Lakshya's hard work and dedication serve as an inspiration for young athletes. In the final, he showcased his skills by defeating Japan's Yushi Tanaka in a swift match, securing a prize of USD 475,000. This win marks a significant milestone in Lakshya's career, as he becomes the second Indian to win a title in the ongoing BWF World Tour. Read on to learn more about this remarkable achievement and its impact on Indian sports.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 23, 2025, 19:25 IST

CM Dhami Celebrates Lakshya Sen's Achievement

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reached out to badminton star Lakshya Sen via phone to convey his warm congratulations on winning the Australian Open Super 500 title, as stated by the Uttarakhand Chief Minister's Office.

Dhami emphasized that Lakshya's outstanding accomplishment is a source of pride not just for Uttarakhand but for the entire country. He noted that Lakshya's dedication, hard work, and consistent performance serve as an inspiration for the youth, demonstrating that with determination and perseverance, even the most challenging goals can be attained.

The Chief Minister expressed his hopes for Lakshya's continued success, wishing him a bright future and anticipating that he will keep bringing honor to both the nation and Devbhoomi Uttarakhand on the global stage.

Lakshya Sen's Commanding Win at the Australian Open

In a remarkable display of skill, Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen emerged victorious in the men's singles final at the Australian Open Super 500, defeating Japan's Yushi Tanaka with a score of 21-15, 21-11 in a match that lasted only 38 minutes.

For his victory, Lakshya earned a prize of USD 475,000.

Throughout the match, Lakshya showcased exceptional reflexes and precise control, outclassing Tanaka, who had previously secured two Super 300 titles this year at the Orleans Masters and the US Open.

Sen's performance was so dominant that he made it look effortless, securing his title at the Australian Open 2025.

With this win, Lakshya became the second Indian player to clinch a title in the current BWF World Tour, following Ayush Shetty's recent Super 300 victory at the US Open.