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Ayush Shetty Upsets World No.1 Shi Yu Qi at BWF World Championships
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 03:49 AM
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In a stunning upset on Day 1 of the BWF World Championships, India's Ayush Shetty defeated world number one Shi Yu Qi, giving India a perfect 5-0 start.
Ayush Shetty, the 21‑year‑old Indian shuttler, stunned the badminton world by beating China’s world number one, Shi Yu Qi, in the men’s singles first‑round match at the BWF World Championships in Doha.
The 3‑set battle ended 21‑15, 18‑21, 21‑16 in Shetty’s favour, with the young player displaying aggressive smashes and sharp court coverage. The win not only gave India a perfect 5‑0 start to the championships but also sent shockwaves through the badminton community.
Shi Yu Qi, who has been ranked No.1 for several months, expressed disappointment after the loss, while Shetty praised his coach and teammates for their support.
The victory sets high expectations for Shetty as he progresses through the tournament, and it marks a significant moment for Indian badminton on the world stage.
The 3‑set battle ended 21‑15, 18‑21, 21‑16 in Shetty’s favour, with the young player displaying aggressive smashes and sharp court coverage. The win not only gave India a perfect 5‑0 start to the championships but also sent shockwaves through the badminton community.
Shi Yu Qi, who has been ranked No.1 for several months, expressed disappointment after the loss, while Shetty praised his coach and teammates for their support.
The victory sets high expectations for Shetty as he progresses through the tournament, and it marks a significant moment for Indian badminton on the world stage.