India’s day at the China Open 2025 had it all, a giant-killing and a statement win. While Unnati Hooda stunned PV Sindhu in a three-game thriller, Satwik-Chirag stayed ruthless, brushing past an Indonesian pair.

Hooda’s Moment of Magic
Unnati Hooda, just 17, pulled off the biggest win of her career.
She beat two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu 21–16, 19–21, 21–13 in the Round of 16.
The teenager played fearless badminton. She controlled the net, attacked the lines, and forced errors from the seasoned star.
Sindhu fought back in the second game, but Unnati didn’t flinch. She stormed through the decider, leaving the senior stunned.


Sindhu’s Struggles Grow
This loss continues a rough year for PV Sindhu.
She’s yet to reach a final in 2025. Early exits are piling up. And now, a loss to a rising Indian, a match she was expected to win.
The gap between India’s past and future is closing fast.

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Satwik-Chirag Stay Sharp
While the singles draw shook up, Satwik and Chirag did their job.They beat Bagas Maulana and Leo Rolly Carnando of Indonesia 21–19, 21–19.
It wasn’t easy. But the Indians stayed cool in the clutch. Satwik smashed winners. Chirag hunted at the net.
Two tight games. Two strong finishes. Quarterfinal spot locked.


India’s Campaign Still Alive
Sindhu is out. But Unnati Hooda has taken her place in the spotlight And Satwik-Chirag look like title contenders again.

India still has reasons to believe and to watch closely.

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