Li Shi Feng Defeats Lakshya Sen Win Hong Kong Open Final

India's Lakshya Sen and the men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty both finished as runners-up at the Hong Kong Open 2025 after losing their respective finals. In the men's singles final, Li Shi Feng of China defeated Lakshya Sen 21-15, 21-12, securing his second title of the year following his win at the Malaysia Open. Despite Lakshya's strong start and moments of brilliance, Li Shi Feng's precision, powerful smashes, and ability to force errors ultimately decided the match. The doubles final saw the Indian pair win the first game but lose in three games to China's Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang, who capitalized on relentless pace and momentum. Lakshya's performance throughout the tournament, including a notable upset over world number nine Chou Tien-chen, signals progress despite his ongoing quest for a first Super 500 title. These results highlight the challenges India faces in clinching titles at major badminton events, though the players' performances show promise for future competitions.