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PV Sindhu loses to Chen Yufei in China Open 2026 semifinals

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PV Sindhu’s campaign at the China Open 2026 ended in a three-set defeat to Chen Yufei, after squandering four match points in a closely contested semifinal. The loss marked the end of India’s campaign in the tournament held in Changzhou.

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PV Sindhu loses to Chen Yufei in China Open 2026 semifinals

PV Sindhu’s China Open 2026 campaign concluded on July 23 with a three-set defeat to China’s Chen Yufei in the semifinals. Sindhu, who had four match points in the decider, lost 18-21, 21-19, 19-21 to the world No. 2. The match, held in Changzhou, was a tightly contested affair with Sindhu dominating early exchanges before Chen staged a comeback. India’s campaign in the tournament ended with the loss, as no other Indian shuttler advanced to the knockout stages.

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