P.V. Sindhu has made groundbreaking achievements in the world of badminton, marking several “firsts” for India:

First World Championship Gold (Women – Individual): On 25 August 2019, Sindhu became the first Indian to win a gold medal at the World Badminton Championships. She defeated Nozomi Okuhara of Japan in a dominant 21-7, 21-7 victory in Basel, Switzerland.

First Olympic Finalist: At the 2016 Rio Olympics, Sindhu won the silver medal in women’s singles after an intense final against Carolina Marin of Spain. The final score was 19-21, 21-12, 21-15, making Sindhu the youngest Indian to win an Olympic medal.

First World Championship Medal: In 2013, Sindhu made history by winning India’s first-ever World Championship medal, a bronze in Guangzhou, China. She continued her success with two silver medals in 2017 and 2018, showcasing her consistency at the World Championships.

First Double Silver in World Championships: Sindhu became the first player to secure silver medals in two consecutive World Championships, in 2017 and 2018, reinforcing her dominance in the sport.

First Indian to Win a Silver Medal at the Asian Games: At the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta, Sindhu won the silver medal in badminton, becoming the first Indian woman to achieve this milestone. She lost to Tai Tzu Ying of Taiwan in the final with a score of 21-13, 21-16.

In December 2018, Sindhu made history by becoming the first Indian to win the BWF World Tour Finals, a prestigious season-ending event. She defeated Nozomi Okuhara again with a scoreline of 21-19, 21-17 in the final in Guangzhou, China, marking her 11th major international title.

These historic achievements have cemented P.V. Sindhu’s position as one of India’s most successful and influential athletes on the global badminton stage.