Quick Win Propels Ayush Shetty Into Men's Singles Quarterfinals

At the BWF World Championship 2026, Ayush Shetty’s rapid 26‑minute triumph over Dumindu Abeywickrama propelled him into the third round of the men’s singles draw. The Indian secured a 21-8, 21-10 victory at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi.

Post‑match, Shetty noted, “It was a fairly easy win, and I’m thrilled to progress.” He recalled his earlier upset of world No. 1 Shi Yuqi, stressing the confidence gained from that encounter despite a 0‑1 head‑to‑head disadvantage.

India’s other men’s singles hopeful, Lakshya Sen, faced an unexpected defeat to USA’s Garrett Tan after a three‑set battle, making Shetty the country’s remaining representative.

Shetty’s remarks highlighted his mindset: “I’ll stay focused on my own game. Badminton is unpredictable – any player can prevail on a good day. Every match feels like a tough challenge, and I’ll keep preparing rigorously.”