Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu delivered a gritty comeback victory over Malaysia's Wong Ling Ching in the women's singles round of 32 at the Bank of Ningbo Badminton Asia Championships 2026 in Ningbo, China, on April 8, 2026. The world No. 13 Indian edged past the 22-year-old Malaysian in a hard-fought three-setter, winning 15-21, 21-11, 21-19 after more than an hour on Court 4.
Sindhu started slowly and dropped the opening game 15-21 as Wong Ling Ching, ranked around No. 38, played aggressively and capitalized on early errors. However, the two-time Olympic medallist and 2019 World Champion quickly found her rhythm. She dominated the second game 21-11, showcasing superior speed and powerful smashes that forced Wong into defensive play. The decider turned into a tense battle, but Sindhu's experience and mental strength prevailed as she closed it out 21-19.
This was only the second meeting between the two players. Sindhu had won their previous clash in straight games at the 2023 Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships, and she extended her head-to-head lead to 2-0 with this resilient performance.
The win marks a strong start for Sindhu in the continental championship as she advances to the pre-quarterfinals. Known for her fighting spirit, the 30-year-old Indian has once again proven why she remains one of Asia's most dangerous shuttlers. Fans can expect more high voltage action as she eyes a deep run in Ningbo.