P. V. Sindhu Reaches Super 750 Final After Thrilling Victory at French Open

P. V. Sindhu has advanced to the Super 750 final at the French Open after a thrilling match against Japan's Hina Akechi. The two-time Olympic medalist showcased her skills and resilience, winning in a closely contested match. Sindhu will face World No. 1 An Se Young in the final, where she aims to continue her impressive form this year. With a new support team and a strategic training approach, Sindhu is determined to give her best in the upcoming challenge. Read on to learn more about her journey and the match highlights.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 24, 2026, 23:58 IST

Sindhu's Journey to the Final

P. V. Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, secured her spot in the Super 750 final at the French Open with an exhilarating victory over Japan's Hina Akechi on Saturday.

The 31-year-old Indian athlete, who previously triumphed at the Japan Open Super 750 in July, showcased remarkable composure to win the match with scores of 21-10, 20-22, and 21-16, taking just over an hour.

Sindhu expressed her satisfaction with reaching the finals but emphasized that her mission is not complete, stating, 'I need to focus on one more match.'

Akechi's Challenge

The 21-year-old Akechi, who had earlier defeated Wang Zhi Yi and Putri Kusuma Wardani, posed a significant challenge with her clever strokes and solid defense. However, Sindhu maintained her composure to secure the win.

In the final, Sindhu will face An Se Young, the World No. 1 from Korea. She acknowledged the challenge ahead, saying, 'I have to give her a tough fight. Every point matters.'

Match Highlights

The first game was tightly contested, with both players tied at 4-4 and 8-8 before Sindhu pulled ahead to lead 11-9 at the break. She dominated the latter part of the game, winning 11 of the last 12 points to clinch it 21-10 in just 18 minutes.

In the second game, Sindhu initially fell behind but quickly leveled the score at 7-7. The match remained close, with Akechi eventually taking the game 22-20 after a tense exchange.

Deciding Game Tactics

In the final game, Sindhu started strong but Akechi fought back to take a brief lead. Sindhu regained control and led at the interval, despite some inconsistency in her play.

A pivotal 38-shot rally concluded with Akechi making a net error, allowing Sindhu to take an 18-16 lead. She ultimately sealed the match with a decisive cross-court smash.

Sindhu's Year of Resilience

Sindhu's performance this year has been commendable, highlighted by her Japan Open title and near-medal finishes at the World Championships and Asian Games.

She credited her recent success to forming a new support team and adopting a more strategic training approach, which has helped her navigate a challenging period marked by injuries and inconsistent performances.