Perfect Start! India Goes 5/5 on Opening Day of BWF Worlds
What Happened
Hosts India enjoyed a dream opening day at the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi, with all five Indian entries in action advancing to the next round. The standout moment came when Ayush Shetty stunned World No. 1 and defending champion Shi Yu Qi in one of the biggest upsets in World Championship history.
Key Takeaways
With a 5-from-5 winning record on Day 1, India could not have asked for a better start as the World Championships returned to Indian soil after 17 years. Ayush Shetty's giant-killing act and Sindhu's commanding win have given the home crowd plenty of reason to dream.