Japan Open final live: PV Sindhu beats world champion Yamaguchi to win title
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has won the Japan Open 2026 title after defeating world champion Akane Yamaguchi in straight sets. This victory marks her first major title in seven years and her first Super 750 level win in nearly two years.
Why it matters
The win represents a significant career resurgence for one of India's most prominent athletes, ending a long title drought at a high-level international tournament.
Tokyo , UPDATED: Jul 19, 2026 12:08 IST PV Sindhu vs Akane Yamaguchi highlights, Japan Open 2026 final: PV has become the first Indian shuttler to win the prestigious Japan Open title. It's her first major title in seven years. The Indian shuttler beats world champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-17 to clinch the memorable win. ...
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the Japan Open 2026 final between PV Sindhu and Akane Yamaguchi from Tokyo.
Q: First of all, congratulations. It's been almost two years since you won another title at the Super 750 level. How does this feel?
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