PV Sindhu became the first Indian to win the BWF World Championships, crushing Japan’s Nozomi Okuhara 21-7, 21-7 in just 38 minutes in a one-sided final on Sunday.
PV Sindhu first Indian to win World Badminton Championships gold
With the win, Sindhu now has a full set of medals at World Championships – two bronze medals, two silver medals and a gold medal.
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After losing the last two finals, Sindhu finally won gold and at the post-match interview said that she is “proud to be an Indian“.
“I lost in the last two finals and this win was very important for me. I want to thank the crowd for supporting me every time,” Sindhu said after the match.
“I won for my country and I am very proud to be an Indian.
“A big thanks to my coach Miss Kim and Gopi sir and the entire support staff. I also want to dedicate this to my parents and especially my mom, it’s her birthday today. So, happy birthday mom.”
The stupendously talented @Pvsindhu1 makes India proud again!
Congratulations to her for winning the Gold at the BWF World Championships. The passion and dedication with which she’s pursued badminton is inspiring.
PV Sindhu’s success will inspire generations of players.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 25, 2019
