Kidambi Srikanth’s Denmark Open 2026 campaign ended in the round of 16 after the Indian badminton veteran lost a three-game battle against France’s Alex Lanier on Thursday.
Srikanth made an impressive start and took the opening game 21-11. However, Lanier adjusted his approach, raised the pace and won the next two games 21-15, 21-15 to complete the comeback and book his place in the quarterfinals.
The defeat ended Srikanth’s hopes of progressing further at the BWF Super 750 tournament in Odense, Denmark.
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Kidambi Srikanth vs Alex Lanier: Match Score
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Round: Round of 16, Men’s Singles
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Tournament: Denmark Open 2026
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Venue: SJF Bank Arena, Odense, Denmark
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Winner: Alex Lanier
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Final Score: 11-21, 21-15, 21-15
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Result: Lanier won in three games
How Alex Lanier Turned the Match Around
Srikanth looked sharp in the opening game, winning 21-11 with a display of precise net play, deceptive touches and well-angled shots.
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