Indian badminton has entered a remarkable phase as Ayush Shetty won the US Open 2025, and Tanvi Sharma finished as runner-up. The nation has been giving disappointing performances in the last few tournaments; however, the rise of these two Indian prodigies at this prestigious tournament marks a new era for Indian badminton.
With Shetty now India’s number 2 in men’s singles and Sharma rapidly climbing up the ranks, the nation has a beautiful future now. So what really happened? Let’s take a look.
Ayush Shetty’s First BWF Title
Ayush Shetty, the 20-year-old prodigy, claimed his maiden BWF Tour title by defeating Canada’s Brian Yang in straight games with 21-18 and 21-13 in a commanding 47-minute finale. He started as the fourth seed and showcased outstanding form throughout the US Open 2025. His breakthrough moment came as he defeated World number 6, Chou Tien.
The Junior World Championships bronze medallist is known for his aggressive play and raised the hopes of Indian badminton as he won the biggest title of his career so far.
Tanvi Sharma’s Triumph
Moreover, if Shetty’s triumph wasn’t enough, Tanvi Sharma marked a historic run to the women’s singles final at the US Open 2025. This 16-year-old prodigy from Punjab, India, captured the world’s attention after stunning much higher-ranked opponents like Polina Buhrova, whom she defeated in a stunning semifinal.
She also defeated World numbers 23, 58, and 50, being ranked 66 herself. However, she fell short in the final against world number 21, Beiwen Zhang. Nonetheless, her run at the US Open 2025 shows a remarkable generational shift in Indian badminton, marking a new era.
Also Read: Smriti Mandhana Makes History With A Century In All 3 Formats
