Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Saina Nehwal Praises Sindhu's Japan Open Victory
P V Sindhu won the Japan Open Super 750 badminton tournament by defeating Akane Yamaguchi.
Saina Nehwal praised Sindhu's improved attacking game and confidence.
Nehwal believes that champions like Sindhu can never be written off.
The victory is significant as it is Sindhu's biggest title since the 2019 World Championships.
Nehwal also expressed optimism about Indian players' prospects in the upcoming Badminton World Championships to be held in India.
She hopes the tournament will be conducted smoothly and that young Indian players will achieve consistency.
P V Sindhu won the Japan Open Super 750, her biggest title since the 2019 World Championships.
Saina Nehwal praised Sindhu's improved attacking game and confidence.
Nehwal believes champions like Sindhu can never be written off.
India will host the Badminton World Championships from August 17 to 23, 2024.
Nehwal expressed optimism about Indian players' medal prospects on home soil.
- Who
- P V Sindhu, Saina Nehwal
- What
- P V Sindhu won the Japan Open Super 750
- When
- July 28, 2024
- Where
- Tokyo, Japan
- Why
- To showcase her improved attacking prowess and confidence
Optimistic View
Cautious View
Sindhu's Performance
Optimistic View
Saina Nehwal believes Sindhu's victory is a sign of her improved attacking prowess and confidence.
Cautious View
Saina acknowledges that Sindhu faces stress and pressure due to age and injuries.
- Event
- Japan Open Super 750
- Winner
- P V Sindhu
- Opponent
- Akane Yamaguchi
- Date
- July 28, 2024
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Significance
- First Indian to win the Japan Open
- Previous Major Title
- 2019 World Championships
- Upcoming Event
- Badminton World Championships (August 17-23, 2024)