K. Srikanth achieved a groundbreaking milestone in Indian badminton by becoming the first Indian to be ranked world no. 1 on 9 April 2018, a position he held for a week. This achievement solidified his place as one of the most successful and prominent players in the world.
One of his major milestones came in 2014, when he won the China Open, becoming the first Indian to claim a Super Series Premier Men’s title. In a historic final, Srikanth defeated Olympic Champion Lin Dan, marking a significant moment in Indian badminton history.
Srikanth’s remarkable career continued with consistent success in Super Series tournaments. He won six titles: one in 2014, two in 2015, and a record-breaking four titles in 2017. His victories in Indonesia Open, Australian Open, Denmark Open, and French Open in 2017 were particularly notable, as he became the Indian with the most Super Series titles in a single year. His 2017 success marked the peak of his career, establishing him as one of the leading figures in world badminton.
