PV Sindhu Reflects on Heartbreaking Tournament Exit

PV Sindhu has no regrets about her preparation for the Games but admits her defense let her down against China's He Bing Jiao. Despite a close first game, unforced errors led to her defeat. Sindhu, still determined, acknowledges the learning experience and remains hopeful for the future.

PV Sindhu has expressed no regrets regarding her preparations for the Games, asserting she did everything in her power to be in peak condition, though she conceded that her defense fell short in the pre-quarterfinal match against China's He Bing Jiao on Thursday.

Sindhu took the Chinese world number 9 close in the initial game, but a series of unforced errors allowed Bing Jiao to clinch the match 21-19, 21-14 in just 56 minutes. While Sindhu did manage to dictate certain points, Bing Jiao's superior attacking play proved decisive.

Sindhu reflected on her performance, noting, 'I should have controlled the mistakes on my defense; that was the crucial aspect.' Despite rigorous training in Germany and mentoring from Prakash Padukone, Sindhu said, 'Everybody worked hard. We've done whatever we could—rest is destiny. I don't regret it.'

(With inputs from agencies.)