Archive · 23 Jan 2026
Sindhu, Lakshya Lose in QF at Indonesia Masters
PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen, two top Indian badminton players, lost their quarterfinal matches at the Indonesia Masters in Jakarta.
Sindhu, who won her 500th career match the day before, lost to Chen Yufei in a match that included some drama with a red card shown to Sindhu.
Lakshya Sen lost a close match to a young player from Thailand.
Both players put up a good fight but couldn't win.
Other Indian players had also lost earlier in the tournament, so the Indian challenge ended here.
Sindhu and Lakshya will now prepare for their next tournaments, hoping to do better next time.
PV Sindhu lost to Chen Yufei 13-21, 17-21 in the quarterfinals of the Indonesia Masters Super 500.
Lakshya Sen was defeated by Panitchaphon Teeraratsakul 18-21, 20-22 in his quarterfinal match.
Sindhu received a red card during her match for misconduct but it was later overturned.
Both matches were closely contested, with Sindhu and Lakshya showing strong performances but ultimately falling short.
The losses marked the end of the Indian challenge in the tournament, as other Indian players had already been eliminated earlier.
- Who
- PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen
- What
- Lost in the quarterfinals of the Indonesia Masters Super 500
- When
- January 23, 2026
- Where
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- Why
- Both players were defeated by their respective opponents in straight games.
PV Sindhu's Performance
Chen Yufei's Performance
Game Strategy
PV Sindhu's Performance
Sindhu attempted to use aggressive net play and crosscourt smashes but struggled with Chen's early intercepts and defensive play.
Chen Yufei's Performance
Chen utilized precise half-smashes and targeted Sindhu's backhand, maintaining control and momentum throughout the match.
Momentum Shifts
PV Sindhu's Performance
Sindhu showed late surges in both games but was unable to sustain the pressure due to unforced errors and poor line calls.
Chen Yufei's Performance
Chen capitalized on Sindhu's errors and maintained composure, especially in high-pressure moments, to secure the win.
- Event
- Indonesia Masters Super 500
- Location
- Jakarta, Indonesia
- PV Sindhu's Opponent
- Chen Yufei
- PV Sindhu's Score
- 13-21, 17-21
- Lakshya Sen's Opponent
- Panitchaphon Teeraratsakul
- Lakshya Sen's Score
- 18-21, 20-22
- Match Duration for Sindhu
- 42 minutes
- Match Duration for Lakshya
- 46 minutes
- Sindhu's Head-to-Head Record
- 6-8 against Chen Yufei
- Lakshya's Previous Loss
- Lin Chun Yi at the India Open
Sources
PV Sindhu scripts history, becomes first Indian shuttler to reach 500 career wins
Indonesia Masters badminton: PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen enter QF; Sindhu takes on top seed Chen Yufei next
Indonesia Masters: Sindhu, Lakshya enter quarters
Indonesia Masters: Red card drama as PV Sindhu loses to Chen Yufei; Lakshya Sen stumped by a lefty again as Indian challenge ends
Sindhu, Lakshya lose in quarterfinals; Indian challenge ends in Indonesia Masters
Why PV Sindhu was shown a Red Card during her Indonesia Masters quarterfinal loss
