The Indian women's badminton team showcased an exceptional performance at the Asian Games, obliterating Mongolia 3-0 to advance to the quarterfinals in the team championships.
A dominating display
In a match that demonstrated a significant disparity in skill, it was the two-time Olympic medalist, P V Sindhu, who set the tone with an extraordinary 21-3, 21-3 victory over Myagmartseren Ganbaatar in the first singles match.
The second singles saw Ashmita Chaliha deliver a clinical performance, triumphing over Kherlen Darkhanbaatar with a score of 21-2, 21-3. Following suit, Anupama Upadhyaya claimed another commanding win in the third singles, dominating Khulangoo Baatar with a score of 21-0, 21-2.
A challenging Quarterfinal awaits
India's impressive victory sets up a quarterfinal clash against a formidable Thai team. The Thai squad boasts former world champion Ratchanok Intanon, world no. 12 Pornpawee Chochuwong, and world no. 17 Supanida Katethong, making them a formidable opponent.
Sindhu's perspective
P V Sindhu shared her excitement about the tournament, stating, "It's a good start. An easy match. I've been really excited about coming here, and it's finally started. It's time for us to get our preparations going. The team event is a knockout, so if we win 3-0, we're on to the next round and play Thailand next. We have a strong women's team this time, and it's important that we make that work. We have good doubles pairs too."
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