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Sindhu eliminated by Korea’s An Se Young in pre-quarters at All-England Badminton

India’s P.V Sindhu suffered a defeat in the All-England Badminton Championship against An Se Young of South Korea, losing in the Round of 16 match. Sindhu was defeated 19-21, 11-21 in a closely contested game that lasted 42 minutes. An Se Young’s dominance on the court proved to be too much for Sindhu to handle.

The first game saw Sindhu taking an early lead but An Se Young caught up quickly and maintained control throughout the game. Despite Sindhu’s attempts to close the gap, the Korean player’s consistent performance gave her the edge. An Se Young eventually secured the first game with a score of 21-19, leaving Sindhu trailing behind.

In the second game, An Se Young continued her strong performance and took an early lead, eventually dominating the game with a score of 21-11. Sindhu fought hard to make a comeback but was unable to match the Korean player’s pace and precision. With this victory, An Se Young secured a spot in the last-eight stage of the championship, while Sindhu bowed out of the tournament.

Sindhu’s exit marks a disappointing end to her campaign at the All-England Badminton Championship, but she put up a commendable fight against a formidable opponent. An Se Young’s impressive display of skill and determination ultimately proved to be the deciding factor in the match, showcasing her prowess on the badminton court.

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