Mixed Doubles: Rohan Kapoor-Ruthvika Gadde exit

After a strong start by pocketing the first game 22-20, the Indian pair looked in control for much of the match but lost their grip in the second game, going down 19-21.

The momentum shifted in the decider as Rohan and Ruthvika fell behind early. They were unable to recover, losing the third game 17-21 and the match in one hour and eight minutes.

In the post match interaction, Rohan said the match slipped away in the second half of the second game.

“We were comfortably cruising towards a victory, but that’s how badminton is. You lose focus or a bit of strategy, and the match slips out of your hand,” he said.