PV Sindhu Falls Short Against An Se Young in French Open Final

In a gripping final at the French Open Super 750 tournament, PV Sindhu faced off against world No. 1 An Se Young. Despite a strong start, Sindhu ultimately lost in three games, with An clinching her fourth title at this event. The match featured intense rallies and strategic plays, showcasing Sindhu's skills and determination. Read on to explore the key moments and turning points of this thrilling encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 25, 2026, 18:31 IST

Sindhu's Journey to the Finals

In a thrilling showdown at the USD 950,000 French Open Super 750 badminton tournament, India's PV Sindhu showcased her determination but ultimately lost to South Korea's world No. 1, An Se Young, in a closely contested match that ended in three games. The final score was 21-16, 11-21, 12-21, marking a significant victory for An, who secured her fourth French Open title and her 11th title of the season.

A Strong Start for Sindhu

The 31-year-old Sindhu began the match with vigor, leveraging her height and powerful strokes to clinch the first game in just 20 minutes. This marked only the second occasion in her career where she managed to win a game against An, despite having faced her 11 times previously without a victory.

Intense Rallies and Tactical Play

The match was filled with intense net exchanges, with both players engaging in thrilling rallies that saw the score tied at 4-4 and 7-7. During one of these exchanges, An inadvertently struck Sindhu in the face with the shuttlecock. Sindhu took a two-point lead at the break, showcasing her skill with an overhead smash and capitalizing on An's errors to extend her lead to 15-11.

Turning Point in the Match

Despite Sindhu's strong performance, An managed to narrow the gap, but Sindhu's clever play allowed her to secure the first game. However, after the break, An quickly took control, leading 3-0 and eventually dominating the second game, which she won decisively.

Decisive Final Game

In the final game, both players exchanged powerful shots, with Sindhu initially taking a lead. However, An's relentless pressure and superior shot quality soon turned the tide. An capitalized on Sindhu's mistakes, extending her lead and ultimately sealing the match with a commanding performance.