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PV Sindhu is determined to bounce back at the upcoming BWF World Championships. She believes she still has the ability to compete at the highest level despite recent challenges. Injuries and a dip in form have seen her fall out of the top 10 rankings. The former world champion is focused on learning from past mistakes to stage a strong comeback.

Key Points: PV Sindhu Vows BWF World Championships 2025 Comeback

  • PV Sindhu aims for a sixth medal at the World Championships
  • She has dropped out of the top 10 rankings for the first time since 2016
  • Recent first-round exits in Swiss and Japan Opens highlight her struggle
  • Sindhu notes the game has become slower and more attritional
  • She vows to learn from her Tokyo 2024 Olympic disappointment
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I have it in me: India's top shuttler PV Sindhu hopes to bounce back in World Championships 2025

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu targets a return to form at the BWF World Championships 2025, aiming for her sixth medal after recent setbacks.

"I still know that I have it in me, so I would want to be at the top, irrespective of (my current) ranking - PV Sindhu"

New Delhi, August 24

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu, who has carried the Indian badminton flag for more than a decade, firmly believes she has what it takes to recover her lost form and revive her mojo.

After being a consistent podium finisher in two consecutive Olympic editions, the last two years have offered a fresh set of challenges for the 30-year-old, which have overwhelmed the former world champion.

Since standing at the top of the podium with the gold around her neck at the World Championships 2022, injuries and a dip in form have derailed Sindhu's run and forced her out of the top 10 for the first time since 2016.

The BWF World Championships 2025, which are scheduled to commence on Monday, offer her a chance to revive her lost form. She boasts five medals, including India's first world title in 2019 and is in pursuit of her sixth.

"I have had some good memories, good wins, good medals at the World Championships. I still know that I have it in me, so I would want to be at the top, irrespective of (my current) ranking," Sindhu told Olympics.com.

Sindhu's resolve was tested last year, especially after she missed out on a medal in last year's Summer Games. She hopes to learn from her past mistakes and bounce back with roaring performances.

"Last year, I was hoping that I could get a medal (at the Olympics), but that didn't happen. I think I can't just let go and think everything is done with it. I'll learn from my mistakes and come back stronger," she added.

In her recent appearances, she crashed out of the Swiss Open 2025 in the opening round, succumbed to a Round of 16 exit in the China Open and endured a first-round exit in the Japan Open.

The world number 15 pointed out how the shift from traditional fast-paced rallies in the women's singles event has transformed since her breakthrough years. Instead of being played at a brisk pace, the contests have now become much slower and more attritional.

"It's quite challenging. Initially, the game was faster, but it has now completely changed. Every opponent is right there for a longer period of time and not leaving the shuttle in long rallies," she explained.

"Even the lower lot, who have their world rankings like 15, 16, 17, are good. On the day, anything could happen," she added.

- ANI

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Priya S
The game has definitely changed a lot. Longer rallies require different fitness levels. Maybe she needs to adapt her training strategy. Wishing her the best!
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Aryan P
She's absolutely right about lower ranked players being dangerous these days. The competition level has increased massively in women's singles.
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Sarah B
As a badminton fan, I've noticed the game slowing down too. It's become more about endurance than explosive power. Sindhu needs to work on her stamina for these long rallies.
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Vikram M
She's been carrying Indian badminton on her shoulders for years. Maybe it's time for other players to step up too. The pressure on her must be enormous.
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Nisha Z
Come on Sindhu! We believe in you! 🏸 Your fighting spirit has always been your biggest strength. Sixth World Championship medal loading! 💪

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