By means of PTI
NEW DELHI: High Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed shuttler Lakshya Sen for placing up a spirited battle after he misplaced the general of the All England Championships, and expressed self belief that he would stay scaling new heights of good fortune.
Sen’s dream run on the All England Championships ended with a heartbreaking straight-game loss in opposition to global primary and Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen within the males’s singles ultimate on Sunday, proceeding India’s 21-year-long agonising look ahead to the coveted trophy.
“Pleased with you @lakshya_sen! You may have proven exceptional grit and tenacity. You place up a spirited battle. Perfect needs in your long run endeavours,” Modi tweeted.
“I’m assured you’ll stay scaling new heights of good fortune,” the top minister mentioned. Congress chief Rahul Gandhi additionally hailed Sen’s efficiency. “You’re 2nd to none, @lakshya_sen. You’ve gotten gained one thousand million hearts. Congratulations for a beautiful efficiency. You’ve gotten accomplished India proud! My easiest needs in your long run endeavours,” Gandhi tweeted.
After 4 days of sensational badminton, the 20-year-old Sen faltered at the cusp of historical past as he dedicated too many mistakes to head down 10-21 15-21 to former champion Axelsen within the summit conflict.
