With the win, Sindhu became only the second Indian women’s player to reach the semi-final of Olympic Games after Saina Nehwal reached the same stage at the 2012 London Games
Sindhu won the an thrilling but tiring match in straight sets 22-20, 21-19 dominating Wang Yihan in smashes and fitness.
The tenth seeded Indian displayed a great combination of aggression and defence as Wang tried to gain the upper hand by net play. Sindhu was up to the task and returned most Wang’s drops and smashes
At 18-18, Sindhu won a video referral to get two crucialgame point advantage after once again Wang's return buried atthe net. What came next was the longest rally which ended withWang winning the point with a forehand return at the back ofthe court.
Sindhu won the first set as Wang hits one out. 22-20 the score. It took 29 minutes to decide the set
