Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen expressed excitement for the upcoming Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2026, highlighting the significant impact of home crowd support on his performance. Speaking at Ryan International Academy, the 24-year-old emphasized the growing badminton scene in India and encouraged students to pursue their dreams with dedication. The India Open, set for January 13-18 in New Delhi, will also serve as a test event for the World Championships later in the year.