India’s badminton ace PV Sindhu faced another early exit at the All England Open Championships, losing in the first round to South Korea’s Kim Ga-eun. The former world champion struggled to find her rhythm and went down 21-18, 21-11.
A tough season continues
Sindhu, who has been battling inconsistent form, was expected to make a strong comeback after previous early-round losses. However, her opponent dominated the game with swift movement and precise shot-making, leaving Sindhu unable to mount a comeback.
This loss marks yet another disappointing result for the Indian shuttler, who has been searching for her top form after recovering from injuries last year.
Indian doubles pairs progress
While Sindhu’s campaign ended early, Indian doubles pairs brought some cheer. Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy moved past their first-round challenge with a convincing win, keeping India’s hopes alive in the tournament.
What’s next for Sindhu?
With the Paris Olympics approaching, Sindhu will need to regroup quickly. Her upcoming tournaments will be crucial in regaining form and confidence ahead of the biggest sporting event of the year.
