Indian Duo Satwik-Chirag Storm into Hong Kong Open Final, Ending Semifinal Streak

The Indian men’s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have advanced to the final of the Hong Kong Open, achieving their first final appearance of 2025. They secured a convincing victory against Bing-Wei Lin and Chen Cheng Kuan from Chinese Taipei, winning 21-17, 21-15. This win is a significant achievement for the pair, who have previously faced six consecutive semifinal exits. Their skillful control at the net, combined with their attacking prowess, propelled them to victory in under 45 minutes. The upcoming final will be a test of their determination, with the winners of the other semifinal, either China’s Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang or the Taipei duo of Fang-Chih Lee and Fang-Jen Lee, as their opponents. This success is crucial for Indian badminton, especially as the Paris 2026 Olympics draw near, with fans hoping the duo can convert this opportunity into a championship.