India, Oct. 25 -- PV Sindhu was close to ending a long wait, but world No. 1 An Se-young did not let that happen. The South Korean put on an enthralling display to beat the Indian badminton star 16-21, 21-11, 21-12 in the French Open 2026 final at Arena Grand Paris on Sunday. Sindhu won the opening game and appeared to be firmly in control. But the match turned completely on its head. The result extends An's head-to-head record to 11-0 while denying Sindhu her second Super 750 title of the year.

French Open Badminton Final Highlights

Sindhu triumphed in the opening game 21-16. She attacked early and kept the rallies short. For a while, the upset seemed possible, but things changed dramatically.

The Korean tightened her defence, slowed ...