Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu and rising star Anmol Kharb have set up a sensational all-Indian women’s singles semi-final encounter at the Hylo Open 2026 in Germany. Both shuttlers delivered commanding performances in their respective quarter-final matches to guarantee an Indian finalist in the prestigious BWF tournament.
- PV Sindhu Victory: Second seed Sindhu cruised into the last four with a dominant 21-12, 21-10 win over Denmark’s Amalie Schulz in just 28 minutes.
- Anmol Kharb Triumph: Nineteen-year-old Anmol fought back brilliantly to defeat sixth seed Unnati Hooda 21-17, 18-21, 21-16 in a grueling 68-minute battle.
- Lakshya Sen Progress: In the men’s singles draw, seventh seed Lakshya Sen staged a strong comeback against Finland’s Kalle Koljonen, winning 14-21, 21-17, 21-13.
- Tournament Milestone: The upcoming clash between Sindhu and Anmol marks a significant milestone for Indian badminton on the international circuit.
Dominant Displays in Germany
Sindhu maintained complete control from the outset against Schulz, never allowing her Danish opponent to take the lead in either game. The straightforward straight-games victory highlights Sindhu’s growing momentum following a string of impressive international appearances. Meanwhile, Anmol and Unnati delivered a thrilling tactical battle in what was their first BWF World Tour meeting. After splitting the first two games, Anmol showed remarkable composure in the decider, rattling off eight consecutive points from a tight 12-11 scoreline to seal her place in the semi-finals.
Men’s Singles Campaign Continues
Alongside the women’s success, Lakshya Sen kept India’s hopes alive in the men’s draw at the Saarlandhalle. After dropping the opening game to Koljonen, the Indian shuttler shifted gears in the second and third games, asserting his dominance with aggressive net play and precise baseline smashes. This impressive run marks Lakshya’s first individual BWF World Tour semi-final appearance since his memorable runner-up finish at the All England Open earlier in the year, underlining the strong overall presence of Indian badminton across categories.
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