Badminton

Aakarshi Kashyap and Tanya Hemnath eliminated in second round, concluding India's run at the Canada Open.

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Jul 3, 2026, 19:29 IST

The Indian challenge at the Canada Open ended as Tanya Hemnath and Aakarshi Kashyap were defeated in the women's singles second round.

Aakarshi Kashyap and Tanya Hemnath eliminated in second round, concluding India's run at the Canada Open.

In a disappointing turn of events for Indian badminton, Tanya Hemnath and Aakarshi Kashyap were eliminated from the women's singles competition at the Canada Open held in Markham, Canada. Their defeats marked the end of India's participation in the Super 300 tournament.

Tanya Hemnath's Early Exit

Tanya Hemnath faced a tough challenge in her second-round match against Japan's Riko Gunji, the tournament's third seed. The match concluded in just 31 minutes, with Tanya unable to secure a single game, losing 11-21, 11-21. This defeat came after a promising start in the opening round, where she triumphed over Disha Gupta from the USA with a score of 21-16, 21-18.

Aakarshi Kashyap's Hard-Fought Battle

Aakarshi Kashyap's journey in the tournament was equally challenging. She went up against Beiwen Zhang, the fourth seed from the USA, in a match that showcased her resilience. Despite a valiant effort, Aakarshi fell short, losing in three closely contested games with scores of 22-20, 17-21, and 17-21. This match extended over an hour, highlighting Aakarshi's determination and skill as she fought to stay in the competition. Earlier, she had secured her place in the second round by defeating Anna Tatranova of France, winning decisively with scores of 21-14, 21-12.

The elimination of both players signifies the conclusion of the Indian challenge at this year's Canada Open, leaving fans and supporters hopeful for future tournaments. As the Super 300 event wraps up, the focus will now shift to upcoming competitions where Indian athletes will aim to reclaim their standing on the international badminton stage.

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