Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen expressed admiration for Viktor Axelsen following the announcement of the two-time Olympic gold medalist’s retirement. Axelsen, a highly decorated men’s singles player, achieved success with Olympic gold medals in Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024, along with a bronze in Rio 2016 and World Championships titles in 2017 and 2022. Sen reminisced about their shared journey from training companions in Dubai to competing on prestigious badminton stages like the All England Open and the Olympics.
Sen praised Axelsen’s exceptional qualities both as a player and a person, acknowledging his significant impact on the sport beyond victories and accolades. The Indian player recalled their recent encounter at the Paris 2024 men’s singles semifinal, where Axelsen emerged victorious with a 22-20, 21-14 scoreline, eventually clinching the gold medal. Despite Sen’s limited success against Axelsen, he expressed gratitude for the memorable experiences shared with the retiring champion.
Viktor Axelsen’s remarkable badminton career includes over 100 weeks as the world No.1, a feat surpassed only by Lee Chong Wei. Known for his consistency, Axelsen dominated the season-ending BWF World Tour Finals by securing three consecutive titles from 2021 to 2023. Throughout his elite career, he claimed a total of 10 Super 1000 crowns and emerged victorious in five season-ending tournaments, leaving a lasting legacy in the sport.
