PV Sindhu Advances to Quarterfinals in BWF World Tour Finals

India, 17 December 2025 — Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has advanced to the quarterfinals of the BWF World Tour Finals, currently being held in Guangzhou, China. Sindhu secured her spot after defeating Thailand's Ratchanok Intanon in a closely contested match on Thursday. The match concluded with scores of 21-18, 19-21, 21-16 in favor of the Indian shuttler. Sindhu's victory over Intanon ensures her continuation in the prestigious tournament, which features the top eight players of the year. This advancement is crucial for Sindhu as she aims to end the year on a high note after a challenging season. The tournament, which began on December 14, will conclude on December 18. Sindhu is now set to face South Korea's An Se-young in the quarterfinals. The BWF World Tour Finals is one of the most anticipated events in the badminton calendar, bringing together the elite players in the sport.