
At the 2026 All England Open in Birmingham, Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen, ranked world No. 12, advanced to the Round of 16 after defeating world No. 1 Shi Yuqi. Sen faces Hong Kong's Angus Ng Ka Long, who holds a 3-0 head-to-head lead, known for his deceptive play style. Sen aims to surpass his previous best finishes and emulate former Indian champions. Despite Ng's recent mixed results, Sen is considered India's leading contender in the tournament.
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