PV Sindhu back in world top six after four years; how she scripted her comeback
Indian badminton player PV Sindhu has returned to the world top six rankings following a successful season. Her recent victory at the Hylo Open and consistent performance have secured her spot in the upcoming BWF World Tour Finals.
Why it matters
Sindhu's comeback is a significant milestone in international badminton, highlighting her resilience and continued competitiveness at the elite level.
NEW DELHI: PV Sindhu's resurgence on the international badminton circuit has received another significant boost, with the two-time Olympic medallist climbing to world No. 6 in the latest women's singles rankings, her highest position since December 2022.The 31-year-old Indian shuttler has made an impressive return to the top six following a productive season on the BWF World Tour, highlighted by two titles and multiple deep runs at major tournaments.Sindhu's latest ranking improvement comes on the back of her triumph at the Hylo Open in Germany, where she defeated Denmark's Line Kjaersfeldt 21-12, 21-14 in the women's singles final on Sunday. The victory marked her second BWF World Tour title of the season and continued the momentum she had built over the preceding weeks.Her return to the top six is particularly significant given the challenges she has faced in recent seasons.
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