Kidambi Srikanth Exits Denmark Open After Three-Game Defeat to Alex Lanier

India’s Kidambi Srikanth was eliminated from the 2026 Denmark Open in the second round after a three-game defeat to France’s Alex Lanier.

Srikanth won the opening game 21-11, but Lanier recovered to take the next two 21-15, 21-15. Srikanth had led 15-13 in the decider before Lanier won eight consecutive points to seal victory.

The defeat ended India’s men’s singles campaign at the event. Lakshya Sen and Ayush Shetty had exited in the opening round.

Source: The Tribune / ANI, 16 October 2026.