Daijiworld Media Network - Paris

Paris, Dec 26: Against all odds and doubts surrounding her form through the season, PV Sindhu once again proved why she remains one of Indian badminton’s greatest big-match players, delivering a stunning performance at the World Championships in Paris.

Coming into the tournament, the prospect of Sindhu clinching a historic sixth World Championships medal appeared remote. However, at the very venue that hosted the Olympic Games last year, the Indian ace rose to the occasion in trademark fashion.

Sindhu produced a dominant display to dismantle world No.2 Wang Zhi Yi of China in straight games in the round of 16, reviving memories of her golden run in 2019, when she was at her imperious best.

Wang, who is currently ranked second in the world in 2025 behind only the formidable An Seyoung, found no answers to Sindhu’s relentless attack, precision and court control. The Chinese shuttler faced the kind of pressure that many top players from China have endured against Sindhu at the World Championships over the years.

Time and again in her illustrious career, Sindhu has elevated her game on the biggest stages, and her performances against Chinese opponents at World Championships have often reached another level. The Paris victory was no exception, as the Indian star showcased aggression, composure and tactical clarity to keep her medal hopes firmly alive.

With this commanding win, Sindhu has once again underlined her reputation as a championship performer, rekindling belief among Indian badminton fans of yet another memorable run on the world stage.