India’s badminton ace P.V. Sindhu kept her China Masters campaign alive in style, defeating Thailand’s Pornpawee Chochuwong in straight games to secure a place in the quarterfinals of the prestigious tournament.
The world No. 14 made light work of her sixth-seeded opponent, winning 21-15, 21-15 in just 41 minutes, showing control, focus, and confidence from the very start.
Match Highlights
- Opponent: Pornpawee Chochuwong (Thailand), World No. 6
- Result: Sindhu won 21-15, 21-15
- Match Duration: 41 minutes
- Venue: Shenzhen, China
- Head-to-Head Record: Sindhu now leads 6-5 against Chochuwong
This win was especially crucial for Sindhu, who had suffered a first-round exit at the Hong Kong Open just last week. With today’s result, she not only returns to winning ways but also builds momentum for the tougher matches ahead.
Sindhu Reacts: “Straight wins build confidence”
After the match, Sindhu shared her thoughts on the performance and her approach: “I’m happy with the win. It was important for me to stay alert from the beginning. She’s a strong opponent ; our previous matches have always been challenging.”
“Winning the first game gave me a lot more control in the second. Straight wins give you confidence, but I’m also preparing for longer matches.”
Coach Partnership Showing Promise
Sindhu also spoke about her evolving partnership with Indian women’s singles coach Irwansyah Adi Pratama, who previously coached Indonesia’s men’s team. “It’s been a gradual process, but we’re figuring things out. He’s putting in a lot of effort, and I’m matching that on court. The results are beginning to show.”
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What’s Next: Quarterfinal Challenge Ahead
Sindhu will next face the winner of the match between – An Se Young (World No. 1, South Korea) or Mia Blichfeldt (Denmark). This will likely be her toughest test of the tournament so far, especially if she meets top-seed An Se Young ; a player currently in peak form on the circuit.
China Masters History & Comeback Hopes
- Sindhu last reached the quarterfinals of the China Masters in 2019
- Her best performance here was a semifinal finish in 2016
- This year’s run is a much-needed rebound after a string of early exits in recent tournaments
Other Indian Players in Action
Later today, India’s top men’s doubles team:
- Satwiksairaj Rankireddy / Chirag Shetty (8th seeds) will take on:
- Chiu Hsiang Chieh / Wang Chi-Lin from Chinese Taipei in their round-of-16 clash
P.V. Sindhu’s smooth passage into the last eight not only reflects her returning form but also signals her readiness to challenge the world’s best once again. With a possible showdown against An Se Young on the horizon, fans can expect an exciting battle ahead.
Written by: Hubaish
