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Indian Shuttlers Sindhu, Lakshya and Satwik‑Chirag Compete on Day 3 of BWF World Championships 2026
✍️ Sportstar
🗓 19 Aug 2026, 11:03 AM
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P.V. Sindhu, Lakshya Sen and the doubles pair Satwik Chatterjee‑Chirag Baretha represented India on August 19 as the third day of the 2026 BWF World Championships got underway.
The 2026 Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Championships entered its third day on August 19, featuring a strong Indian contingent. Veteran singles star P.V. Sindhu opened her campaign in the women's singles draw, aiming to add another world medal to her resume.
Young male singles player Lakshya Sen took to the court in the men's singles bracket, seeking to build on his recent performances on the international circuit. Both players were scheduled in the early sessions, allowing Indian fans to follow their progress live.
In the doubles arena, the Indian pair Satwik Chatterjee and Chirag Baretha contested the men's doubles event. Their match formed part of the day’s middle session, highlighting India's depth across singles and doubles categories.
The day’s schedule also included several other high‑profile matches, but the focus remained on the Indian athletes as they pursued points and potential podium finishes in a tournament that attracts the world’s elite shuttlers.
Indian officials and supporters gathered at the venue, hopeful that the performances on day three would set the tone for a successful championship run for the nation.
Young male singles player Lakshya Sen took to the court in the men's singles bracket, seeking to build on his recent performances on the international circuit. Both players were scheduled in the early sessions, allowing Indian fans to follow their progress live.
In the doubles arena, the Indian pair Satwik Chatterjee and Chirag Baretha contested the men's doubles event. Their match formed part of the day’s middle session, highlighting India's depth across singles and doubles categories.
The day’s schedule also included several other high‑profile matches, but the focus remained on the Indian athletes as they pursued points and potential podium finishes in a tournament that attracts the world’s elite shuttlers.
Indian officials and supporters gathered at the venue, hopeful that the performances on day three would set the tone for a successful championship run for the nation.