Watch: Lakshya Sen wows crowd with stunning behind-the-back shot at Paris Olympics

India's ace shuttler Lakshya Sen stunned fans and his Indonesian opponent Jonatan Christie with a perfectly executed behind-the-back shot, which played a pivotal role in his Game 1 win in their clash at the Paris Olympics. Lakshya defeated Christie to book his place in the pre-quarterfinals.
Watch: Lakshya Sen wows crowd with stunning behind-the-back shot at Paris Olympics
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Lakshya Sen hit a brilliant behind-the-back recovery shot in his Group L clash against Indonesia's ace shuttle Jonatan Christie, which left the entire crowd at Paris Olympics 2024 absolutely stunned. Lakshay played the sensational shot while he was boasting a 19-18 lead over Christie in Game 1, which ultimately handed him the Game point to complete his turnaround.

Lakshya Sen stormed into the pre-quarterfinals of men's singles badminton at the Paris Olympics after surviving a Group of Death as he stunned World No. 4 Christie and defeating him by a margin of 21-18, 21-12. The Asian Games Gold medallists staged a sensational comeback in Game 1, which initially saw Christie take an 8-2 lead. However, a change in Lakshya's appproach ultimately saw the India star push Christie to the complete edge towards the latter stages of the game.

In a battle between two of the most pacey players on the tour, Lakshya's aggressive approach paid off. The Indian star turned it around, taking an 11-10 in the mid-game interval.

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Watch: Lakshya Sen wows crowd with stunning behind-the-back shot at Paris Olympics

Christie kept fighting and did not allow Lakshya to build on the lead and was just three points away from taking the opening game. However, Lakshya won 5 points in the row from 16-18 to take the opening game. Lakshya's audacity was on full display as he played a behind-the-back shot to win a rally and leave the Paris crowd in awe. Lakshya Sen rolled over Jonatan Christie in the second game, riding on the confidence of having won a tough opener and the support from the crowd.

This win ensured Lakshya's spot in the pre-quarterfinals, where he will face his compatriot HS Prannoy. 

Source: India Today

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