Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:19am on 19 Jul 2026,Sunday Sports
India's PV Sindhu captured the Japan Open 2026 women's singles title after defeating home favourite Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-17 in a commanding final. Sindhu produced a composed and aggressive performance, controlling key rallies and maintaining consistency throughout the match. The victory marks one of her most significant achievements in recent years, reinforcing her return to top form on the international badminton circuit. Beating a former world champion on Japanese soil adds further significance to the triumph. The title is expected to boost Sindhu's confidence ahead of upcoming major tournaments, including the BWF World Tour events and international championships. (PC: Getty Images)
