Dominant Wins in New Delhi
The India Open Super 750 badminton tournament in New Delhi witnessed commanding victories from Olympic champions Viktor Axelsen and An Se-young. They clinched the men’s and women’s singles titles with outstanding performances.
“Winning this title means a lot to me. It feels surreal to claim my third India Open title after so many years.” – Viktor Axelsen
Axelsen’s Redemption: Third India Open Title
After an early exit at the Malaysia Open Super 1000, two-time world champion Viktor Axelsen sought redemption. He dominated Hong Kong’s Lee Cheuk Yiu, securing a 21-16, 21-8 victory at the KD Jadhav Indoor Hall, which remained packed despite the absence of Indian players in the finals.
Key Match Highlights:
- Lee started strong, leading 6-3, but Axelsen quickly took control.
- The Danish superstar built an 11-8 lead at the break and maintained dominance.
- A series of aggressive smashes dismantled Lee’s defense, sealing a quick win.
“Since the Olympics, injuries have affected my motivation, but winning this tournament has revived my competitive spirit.” – Viktor Axelsen
An Se-young Secures Second India Open Crown
In the women’s singles final, Korea’s An Se-young displayed her brilliance, overpowering Thailand’s Pornpawee Chochuwong with a 21-12, 21-9 triumph. The 2023 champion proved her dominance once again, dictating play with ease and securing her second India Open title.
Doubles Finals: Malaysia, Japan, and China Shine
Men’s Doubles:
- Malaysia’s Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin defeated India’s Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty in the semifinals.
- They continued their impressive run, beating Korea’s Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae with a thrilling 21-15, 13-21, 21-16 victory.
Women’s Doubles:
- Japanese duo Arisa Igarashi and Ayako Sakuramoto claimed the title.
- They secured a 21-15, 21-13 win over South Korea’s Kim Hye Jang and Kong Hee Young.
- This marked a milestone for Igarashi, previously known as Arisa Higashino, who transitioned from mixed doubles.
Mixed Doubles:
- China’s Jiang Zhen Bang and Wei Ya Xin triumphed in a tense final.
- They overcame French pair Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue with a 21-18, 21-17 victory.
Final Thoughts
The India Open 2025 once again delivered world-class badminton. Axelsen’s comeback, An Se-young’s consistency, and the rise of new doubles champions made the tournament unforgettable.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on these champions as they prepare for upcoming major events.
