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New Delhi will host the prestigious Badminton World Championships in August 2026, marking its return to India after 17 years. The Badminton World Federation made the announcement at the Paris 2025 Championships closing ceremony. India's badminton prowess is highlighted by PV Sindhu's five medals and consistent medal wins since 2011.

Lakshya Sen faced an early exit at the BWF World Championships, succumbing to top seed Shi Yu Qi in straight games. Despite flashes of brilliance, Sen couldn't overcome Shi's composed defence and sharp finishing. Shi, who is in red-hot form, extended his head-to-head lead over Sen, reinforcing his dominance in men’s singles badminton.