India enjoyed a productive start at the US Open Super 300 badminton tournament in Fullerton, California, with young sensation Tanvi Sharma and former world No. 1 Kidambi Srikanth securing convincing victories to move into the second round.
World Junior Championship silver medallist Tanvi Sharma continued her impressive rise on the international circuit, overcoming Germany’s Yvonne Li in straight games. The teenager displayed composure in crucial moments to clinch a 23-21, 21-16 victory and extend her growing reputation as one of India’s brightest badminton prospects.
Fifth-seeded Kidambi Srikanth also made a commanding start, defeating fellow Indian D. Saneeth 21-14, 21-12 in just 30 minutes. The experienced shuttler controlled the match from the outset, showcasing the consistency and attacking game that once took him to the top of the world rankings.
Other Indian Results
India’s strong showing continued across multiple categories:
Devika Sihag defeated Peru’s Ines Lucia Castillo 21-14, 21-14 in women’s singles.
Rounak Chouhan won an all-Indian men’s singles clash against S. Sankar Muthusamy 23-21, 21-16.
Rakshitha Sree advanced after beating Czech Republic’s Tereza Svabikova 21-15, 21-8.
Mixed doubles pair Dhruv Rawat and K. Maneesha defeated Indonesia’s Wirawan Ihsan Adam and Serena Kani 21-15, 21-16 in 26 minutes.
Key Scores
Women’s Singles
Tanvi Sharma bt Yvonne Li (Germany) 23-21, 21-16
Devika Sihag bt Ines Lucia Castillo (Peru) 21-14, 21-14
Rakshitha Sree bt Tereza Svabikova (Czech Republic) 21-15, 21-8
Men’s Singles
Kidambi Srikanth bt D. Saneeth 21-14, 21-12
Rounak Chouhan bt S. Sankar Muthusamy 23-21, 21-16
Mixed Doubles
Dhruv Rawat/K. Maneesha bt Wirawan Ihsan Adam/Serena Kani (Indonesia) 21-15, 21-16
A Promising Beginning for India
With established names such as Srikanth delivering solid performances and emerging talents like Tanvi Sharma continuing their upward trajectory, India has made an encouraging start to its US Open campaign. As the tournament progresses, the Indian contingent will be aiming to convert this strong opening into deep runs across multiple events.
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