PM Narendra Modi praised Lakshya Sen’s spirited fight after losing the All England Open final.© AFP
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Sunday shuttle Lakshya Sen for putting up a spirited battle after losing the All England Championships final, and expressed confidence that he would continue to climb new heights of success. Sen’s dream run at the All England Championships ended with a heartbreaking straight-game loss to world number one and Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen in Sunday’s men’s singles final, marking India’s 21-year agonizing wait for the coveted trophy continued.
“Proud of you @lakshya_sen! You have shown remarkable courage and tenacity. You have put up a spirited battle. Best wishes for your future endeavours,” Modi tweeted.
“I am confident that you will continue to reach new heights of success,” said the prime minister.
Proud of you @lakshya_sen† You have shown remarkable courage and tenacity. You put up a tough fight. Best wishes for your future endeavors. I am confident that you will continue to reach new heights of success.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 20, 2022
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also praised Sen’s actions.
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“You are second to none, @lakshya_sen. You have won a billion hearts. Congratulations on your amazing achievement. You have made India proud! My best wishes for your future endeavors,” Gandhi tweeted.
After four days of sensational badminton, 20-year-old Sen faltered on the eve of history because he made too many mistakes to lose to former champion Axelsen in the top match 10-21 15-21.
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