Major Upset! Treesa-Gayatri Knock Out World No. 7 Pair To Reach World Championships Quarter-Finals

The Indian duo of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand pulled off a massive upset at the BWF World Championships 2026 after defeating Japan’s seventh-seeded Rin Iwanaga and Kie Nakanishi in straight games (21-16, 21-12) to secure a spot in the women’s doubles quarterfinals. When it meant most, the Indian team performed calmly despite facing one of the top-ranked pairings in the event going into the Round of 16. As they continue to establish themselves as the top players in Indian women’s doubles, Treesa and Gayatri’s triumph is a huge mark on the international scene. Their victory also keeps their chances of adding to the India’s medals alive by advancing into the tournament’s final eight.