In Brief
- Final Score: World number 11 Sindhu lost 16-21, 21-11, 21-12 to reigning Olympic and world champion An Se-young.
- Head-to-Head Record: This defeat marks PV Sindhu's 11th consecutive loss against An Se-young, with Sindhu yet to win a match against the South Korean star.
- Strong Start, Tough Finish: Despite taking the first game, 31-year-old Sindhu could not maintain the momentum against the relentless consistency of the top seed.
An Se-young's Dominance Continues in Paris
Indian shuttler PV Sindhu’s wait for a victory over An Se-young continues. The two faced off in the high-stakes women's singles final at the French Open 2026 on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, started strong and captured the opening game 21-16. However, the top-seeded An Se-young showed why she is the reigning Olympic and world champion, executing a dominant comeback. The South Korean star countered Sindhu's attacks and rallied to take the next two games 21-11, 21-12, effectively turning the tide and securing the French Open title.
Analyzing the Head-to-Head Narrative
This final was particularly significant given the head-to-head history between the two players. This match was their 11th meeting, and with this win, An Se-young has won all 11 of their encounters.
Despite the loss, Sindhu's run to the final of a major tournament like the French Open is a positive sign as she continues to compete at the highest level.
