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Sindhu Ousted From Malaysia Masters After Losing To Tai Tzu-Ying

Sindhu has been struggling for form since her title-winning run at World Championships in Basel in August

Mumbai: Nothing going in her way as Indian shuttler PV Sindhu knocked out from the Malaysia Masters after losing in the quarterfinals.

Sindhu lost 21–16, 21–16 to Tai Tzu-Ying of Taiwan in straight games. The clash lasted for 36 minutes and the world number two opponent faced off in an encounter.

Sindhu was initially unsure, failed to capitalize on her lead and eventually lost the first game 16-21 to give Tzu Ying a 1-0 lead.

In the second game, Sindhu could do little, as Tzu Ying completely dominated the proceedings from start to finish. Trailing 11-20, Sindhu saved six match points, but it was too late as Tzu Ying sealed the game 21-16.

This was Sindhu’s 12th loss to Tai in 17 meetings as the Chinese Taipei shuttler won her second consecutive match against the Indian. Sindhu has been struggling for form since her title-winning run at World Championships in Basel in August.

 

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