Birmingham, March 8 (UNI) PV Sindhu believes the All England Open Badminton Championships final between Lakshya Sen and Lin Chun Yi will be a fascinating contest, describing the Taiwanese shuttler as a sharp attacking player who takes the shuttle early and constantly applies pressure.
“Lakshya vs Lin Chun Yi is going to be a fascinating final at the All England. Sat and watched a few videos of Lin today. He’ll be a very different challenge from Victor. Much sharper in attack, takes the shuttle ridiculously early and keeps the pressure on every lift,” Sindhu wrote on X.
She also pointed out that Lin’s left-handed style could pose a tactical challenge.
“And he’s a leftie. That always changes the geometry of rallies. In India, we rarely get high-quality left-handed sparring partners, so it’s honestly very hard to prepare for that,” she said, adding that rallies against left-handed players often feel very different.
Sindhu noted that while Lin will be a tough opponent, Sen’s defence remains one of his biggest strengths.
“Assuming Lakshya has recovered from yesterday’s physical issues, Lin will still be a big test. But one thing I’d bet in my sleep is Lakshya’s defence. Should be an incredible match. Just wish the final was a little later to give him more recovery time. Heart says Lakshya, brain says Lin,” she added.
Earlier, Sen became only the second Indian player to reach two finals at the prestigious All England Open Badminton Championships after defeating Canada’s Victor Lai in a gruelling semifinal on Saturday.
The 24-year-old overcame both a spirited challenge from Lai and blisters on his right toe to win 21-16, 18-21, 21-15 in a match lasting one hour and 37 minutes.
