PV Sindhu Faces Quarterfinal Setback at India Open, But Doubles Duo Shines
NEW DELHI: The India Open Super 750 badminton tournament witnessed a rollercoaster of emotions for Indian fans as double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu faced a tough quarterfinal loss against Indonesia’s Gregoria Mariska Tunjung. In the men’s singles category, Kiran George also bowed out, leaving fans with mixed feelings. However, the highlight of the day came from the men’s doubles team of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, who advanced effortlessly to the semi-finals.
Sindhu’s Narrow Defeat
In a gripping 62-minute encounter, Sindhu, the former champion, lost 9-21, 21-19, 17-21 to Tunjung, the bronze medallist from Paris. Despite her valiant efforts, Sindhu acknowledged the need for consistency and reflected on her performance, stating, “I need to be more consistent and keep the shuttle in the court.”
Kiran George’s Maiden Journey
Kiran George, India’s lone hope in men’s singles, faced China’s Hong Yang Weng. Although he lost 13-21, 19-21, his quarterfinal appearance at this level marks a significant milestone in his burgeoning career.
Star Duo in Men’s Doubles
In a stunning performance, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated the Korean pair of Jin Yong and Kang Min Hyuk in just 41 minutes, winning 21-10, 21-17. This victory marked their third consecutive semi-final appearance on the tour, bringing renewed hope to Indian badminton fans.
Looking Ahead
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Satwiksairaj and Chirag as they aim to continue their impressive run. Meanwhile, Sindhu and Kiran George will take the lessons learned from this tournament into their upcoming matches.
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