Lakshya Sen, a promising 23-year-old badminton player, has expressed his ambition to become the 'Virat Kohli of Indian badminton' following his commendable performance at the Paris Olympics 2024, where he finished fourth. Despite missing out on a medal, his progress to the semi-finals marked a historic achievement for Indian badminton. Sen admires Kohli not just for his cricketing prowess but for his relentless pursuit of excellence, mental toughness, and ability to inspire across sports. He aims to emulate Kohli's commitment to fitness and skill development as he prepares for future competitions. Sen's journey reflects a growing trend in Indian sports where athletes from different disciplines draw inspiration from one another, aiming for greatness. He is set to train at Salzburg's Red Bull Athlete Performance Centre to enhance his performance before returning to competitive badminton.