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NEW DELHI [NCRBuzz Wire] — **Top-tier Indian shuttlers Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu have withdrawn from the Korea Open, shifting the leadership mantle onto veteran HS Prannoy and rising star Tanvi Sharma.** This strategic absence creates a unique opportunity for other members of the national squad to test their mettle against international competition in South Korea.
### Tournament Squad & Fixtures
**HS Prannoy will spearhead the men's singles campaign, opening his fixture against local contender Yoo Tae Bin.** Meanwhile, Tanvi Sharma enters the draw carrying strong momentum following her recent triumph at the Taipei Open.
| Category | Player / Representative | Opponent / Details |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Men's Singles | HS Prannoy | Yoo Tae Bin (South Korea) |
| Women's Singles | Tanvi Sharma | Taipei Open Champion Form |
| Doubles | Various Indian Pairs | International Draw |
### Strategic Overview
**The coaching staff views this tournament as an ideal platform to evaluate bench strength in the absence of marquee names like Sen and Sindhu.** Player metrics and BWF rankings will be closely monitored as these athletes compete for ranking points on the international circuit.
Top international badminton players frequently rotate tournament schedules and manage workloads across BWF World Tour events to optimize rankings and prevent physical burnout.
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