Two-time Olympic medalist and veteran Indian shuttler PV Sindhu has ended her 2025 season in October to focus on completing her recovery from a foot injury. The 30-year-old released a statement on Monday
(October 27) saying the decision was taken after detailed consultation with medical experts.
Sindhu didn’t have a great first ten months in 2025. After an early exit at the Paris Games last year, she suffered multiple first and second round ousters, with quarterfinals finishes at India Open Super 750, World Championships, and China Masters Super 750 being the only highlights of the season.
Her last match was against Denmark’s Line Christophersen, world number 26, in the Round of 32 of the Hong Kong Open, which ended in a defeat: 21-15, 16-21, 19-21.
“After consulting closely with my team and with the guidance of the incredible Dr. Pardiwala, we felt it was best for me to withdraw from all remaining BWF Tour events in 2025,” Sindhu said. “The foot injury I sustained before the European leg has not fully recovered, and while it is never easy to accept, injuries are an inseparable part of every athlete’s journey. They test your resilience and patience, but they also spark the fire to come back stronger.”
“Recovery and training are already in motion. Under the constant care of Dr. Wayne Lombard, the support of Nisha Rawat and Chetna, and the guidance of my coach Irwansyah, I am surrounded by a team that gives me strength every single day. Their belief in me fuels my own, and I feel motivated, grateful, and hungrier than ever for what lies ahead. Thank you all for your endless love and support; it truly means more than words can express. The journey continues soon,” she added.
She had come close to winning a top-tier title at the Malaysia Masters last year, finishing runner-up. Elsewhere, she clinched the Syed Modi International Super 300 last December.
Badminton isn’t the kindest sport for injury comebacks. Sindhu would hope that the time away and complete recovery would help her get back her pace and strength that earned her some of the highest honors in the world.
