PV Sindhu is a well-known name in the Indian badminton circuit. She has won numerous awards, including the Olympic silver medal in 2016 and the bronze medal in 2021. In this article, we will take a look at five memorable matches of PV Sindhu.
Personal Information:
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Pusarla Venkata Sindhu |
| Nickname | PV, Sindhu |
| Born | July 5, 1995 |
| Age | 27 years old |
| Place of Birth | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.79 m) |
| Weight | 65 kg |
| Father’s Name | P. V. Ramana |
| Mother’s Name | P. Vijaya |
| Education | MBA from St. Ann’s College for Women, Hyderabad |
| Occupation | Professional badminton player |
| Playing Hand | Right-handed |
International Information:
| Career Turned Pro | 2009 (at the age of 14) |
| International Debut | September 2012 |
| Style of Play | Attacking, aggressive |
| Highest Ranking | World No. 2 in women’s singles (April 2017) |
| Current Ranking | World No. 8 in women’s singles (April 2023) |
| Olympic Games | Gold medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Silver medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics |
| World Championships | Gold medal (2019), Silver medals (2017, 2018), Bronze medals (2013, 2014, 2015) |
| Asian Games | Silver medal (2018), Bronze medal (2014) |
| Commonwealth Games | Silver medal (2018) |
| Uber Cup | Silver medal (2014) |
| Sudirman Cup | Bronze medal (2016) |
| BWF World Tour Finals | Winner (2018), Runner-up (2017, 2019) |
| BWF World Tour | Winner: 10 titles (as of April 2023) |
| Finals: 12 titles, Runner-up: 10 titles (as of April 2023) | |
| Most Memorable Matches | 2019 World Championships – Beat Nozomi Okuhara in the final to win the gold medal |
| Gold medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, Silver medal at 2016 Rio Olympics | |
| 2016 Rio Olympics – Beat Nozomi Okuhara to win a silver medal | |
| Awards and Honors | Padma Shri (2015), Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2016), Padma Bhushan (2020) |
| Endorsements | JBL, Bridgestone, Gatorade, Bank of Baroda, Visa, Nokia, Panasonic, and more |
1. Rio Olympics 2016 Final
PV Sindhu’s match against Carolina Marin in the final of the Rio Olympics in 2016 is one of her most memorable matches. Sindhu was the underdog going into the match, but she put up a great fight against Marin. Although Sindhu lost the match, she won the hearts of millions of Indians who were glued to their television screens watching the match.
2. BWF World Championships 2017 Final
PV Sindhu faced Nozomi Okuhara in the final of the BWF World Championships in 2017. The match was an intense battle, with both players giving their all on the court. Sindhu won the match in three games, 21-19, 20-22, 22-20. This match was a testament to Sindhu’s fighting spirit and determination.
3. India Open 2017 Final
PV Sindhu faced Carolina Marin in the final of the India Open in 2017. This was a highly anticipated match as both players were in great form leading up to the tournament. Sindhu won the match in straight games, 21-19, 21-16. This victory was a great moment for Sindhu and her fans.
4. Dubai World Superseries Finals 2017 Final
PV Sindhu faced Akane Yamaguchi in the final of the Dubai World Superseries Finals in 2017. The match was a thriller, with both players displaying their skills and stamina on the court. Sindhu won the match in three games, 21-15, 12-21, 21-19. This victory was a great moment for Sindhu as she became the first Indian to win the tournament.
5. Asian Games 2018 Final
PV Sindhu faced Tai Tzu-Ying in the final of the Asian Games in 2018. The match was an intense battle, with both players giving their all on the court. Sindhu won the match in straight games, 21-13, 21-16. This victory was a great moment for Sindhu as she became the first Indian to win a silver medal in badminton at the Asian Games.
Here are the key points for each match and why they are memorable for fans and PV Sindhu:
Rio Olympics 2016 Final
- Sindhu faced Carolina Marin in the final, who was the favorite to win
- Sindhu put up a great fight but lost the match, winning a silver medal
- This match was memorable because Sindhu became the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in badminton, and her performance inspired a generation of young players
BWF World Championships 2017 Final
- Sindhu faced Nozomi Okuhara in a thrilling final
- The match went to three games, with Sindhu winning the decider 22-20
- This match was memorable because it was one of the longest and most intense matches in the history of badminton, and Sindhu’s victory was a testament to her fighting spirit and determination
India Open 2017 Final
- Sindhu faced Carolina Marin in the final, which was a highly anticipated match
- Sindhu won the match in straight games, winning her first title on home soil
- This match was memorable because Sindhu played some of her best badminton, and her victory was a proud moment for Indian fans
Dubai World Superseries Finals 2017 Final
- Sindhu faced Akane Yamaguchi in a closely contested final
- The match went to three games, with Sindhu winning the decider 21-19
- This match was memorable because Sindhu became the first Indian to win the tournament, and it cemented her status as one of the top players in the world
Asian Games 2018 Final
- Sindhu faced Tai Tzu-Ying in the final, who was the world No. 1 at the time
- Sindhu won the match in straight games, winning a silver medal for India
- This match was memorable because Sindhu became the first Indian to win a silver medal in badminton at the Asian Games, and her victory was celebrated by fans all over the country
Final Note:
PV Sindhu has had many memorable matches in her career. These five matches are just a few examples of her brilliance on the court. Sindhu’s fighting spirit, determination, and skill have won her many fans all over the world.
