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In Pics | Australian Open: K Srikanth humbles World Champion Long to lift title

Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth produced yet another flawless and spectacular performance as he outplayed China's Chen Long in straight sets to lift his maiden Australian Open Super Series title on Sunday.

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  • Jun 25, 2017, 07:36 PM IST

Ace Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth produced yet another flawless and spectacular performance as he outplayed China's Chen Long in straight sets to lift his maiden Australian Open Super Series title on Sunday.

Playing in his third consecutive Super Series final, Srikanth needed just 46 minutes as he fended out Chen Long 22-20 in the summit clash as he continued his dream run of 2017.

Srikanth showed no signs of discomfort and was just ruthless with his aggressive play as he defeated his Chinese opponent in straight games to win his fourth Super Series title.

1. Kidambi plays a return against Long

Kidambi plays a return against Long
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A deft tough by Kidambi during his battle with Long on Sunday.

(Photo credit: AFP)

2. That determination!

That determination!
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Kidambi determined to make that return against Long on Sunday.

(Photo credit: AFP)

3. Kidambi's winning moment!

Kidambi's winning moment!
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The moment Kidambi won his second successive Super Series title.

(Photo credit: AFP)

4. The champ!

The champ!
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Kidambi triumphant after his victory over Long on Sunday.

(Photo credit: AFP)

5. Kidambi poses with his trophy and medal

Kidambi poses with his trophy and medal
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Kidambi poses with the winners trophy and medal.

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6. Kidambi with his support staff

Kidambi with his support staff
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Kidambi along with his team management after his victory on Sunday.

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