Alex Lanier Beats Kidambi Srikanth in Denmark Open Three-Game Battle

France’s Alex Lanier defeated India’s Kidambi Srikanth in three games at the 2026 Denmark Open, advancing after a closely fought encounter in Odense.

Srikanth took the opening game 21–11, but Lanier responded 21–15, 21–15 to secure the win. Srikanth’s inventive net play challenged the Frenchman before Lanier’s pace and defence proved decisive.

The result ended Srikanth’s run in the Super 750 tournament.

Source: The Indian Express match report.