Why PV Sindhu at World Championships is a nightmare for Chinese stars

Chinese top players Chen Yufei and Wang Zhi Yi have admitted to being intimidated by PV Sindhu's powerful attacks in recent months. In fact, no Chinese woman has won the World Championships title since 2011, while Sindhu has taken out 8 Chinese players over 9 editions, many of whom were top-ranked. Her smash has been a lethal weapon for her, with Coach Pullela Gopichand teaching her to focus on one big smash and a few other strokes to maintain calm and clear mind.

The Chinese players, used to rhythm-based play, find Sindhu's unpredictable, high-intensity smash disruptive. Sindhu's fearless and effortless style has made her a formidable opponent, even when her form is not at its best. As Sindhu continues to excel, the Chinese players are preparing for a tough challenge in Delhi. However, Sindhu's smash and technique make her a nightmare scenario for the Chinese, who are determined to break their title drought after 15 years.