Bangkok, May 13, 2026: Indian badminton stalwarts PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth delivered clinical performances to secure their spots in the second round of the Thailand Open Super 500. Both players wrapped up their matches in straight games, signaling a strong start for the Indian contingent.
Match Highlights
- PV Sindhu’s Masterclass: Seeded sixth, Sindhu made quick work of Chinese Taipei’s Tung Ciou-Tong, winning 21-9, 21-12 in just 33 minutes. Sindhu dominated the net and used her reach to dictate the pace, leaving her opponent with little room to maneuver.
- Srikanth’s Giant-Killing Act: Kidambi Srikanth pulled off the day’s biggest upset by defeating Singapore’s eighth seed and former World Champion, Loh Kean Yew, 21-14, 21-15. Srikanth’s aggressive smash winners and sharp footwork saw him close the match in a swift 30 minutes.
- Other Indian Victories: Lakshya Sen also advanced after a hard-fought battle, while youngsters Devika Sihag and Malvika Bansod notched up impressive wins in their respective women’s singles openers.
What’s Next? In the Round of 16, Sindhu is set to face Denmark’s Amalie Schulz, while Srikanth will take on Su Li Yang of Chinese Taipei.
