Saina Nehwal made history on 13 September 2008 by becoming the first Indian woman to win a Grand Prix Gold title. She triumphed at the Chinese Taipei Grand Prix in Taiwan, defeating Lydia Cheah of Malaysia in straight sets, with scores of 21-8, 21-19 to claim the gold medal.
This victory was a significant milestone in Saina’s career, marking her emergence as one of the leading figures in Indian badminton. It also paved the way for her future successes on the international stage, further solidifying her position in world badminton.
