Horsens, May 2 -- India suffers a massive blow as top-ranked men's shuttler, Lakshya Sen, will miss Saturday's Thomas Cup 2026 semifinal against France due to injury, Sanjay Mishra, General Secretary of the Badminton Association of India (BAI), confirmed.

Mishra shed light that Sen will miss the semifinal clash against France after injuring his elbow during the quarterfinal. The decision was taken as a precaution to allow proper recovery, with hopes he will be fit for the final if India advances.

Mishra further added that Sen is under medical observation, and the team is optimistic about his quick return.

"Our men's singles player, Lakshya Sen, will not be participating in today's semi-final tie against France in the BWF Thomas & Uber ...