A piece of badminton history made in Tokyo is now being celebrated in political circles as well. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) took to X to congratulate PV Sindhu (@Pvsindhu1), writing that she had become the first player from India to win the 2026 Japan Open women's singles title.
What happened in Tokyo
PV Sindhu beat host nation's star shuttler Akane Yamaguchi in straight sets in the Japan Open final to clinch the title. The win is significant for Indian badminton because no Indian player had previously managed to win the Japan Open women's singles crown. The triumph in Tokyo is being seen as a reward for Sindhu's continued hard work and her ability to bounce back in tough situations, with the achievement widely viewed as richly deserved recognition of her resilience.
What Jaishankar wrote
In his post, Jaishankar congratulated Sindhu, writing, "We are proud of you!" He noted that she was the first player from India to win the Japan Open women's singles title, praising her achievement in his message. The short post quickly triggered widespread discussion on social media.
Sindhu's already stellar record
For PV Sindhu, the Japan Open title adds another milestone to an already decorated career. According to news reports, she became the first Indian woman to win two Olympic medals, one of the biggest achievements of her career. She also won the Singapore Open title in 2022, beating China's Wang Zhi Yi in the final. This latest win in Japan adds a new and important chapter to that growing list of achievements, underlining that her ability to handle pressure in big matches remains as strong as ever.
Public reaction
Jaishankar's post drew a large volume of reactions on social media, with most users expressing happiness and congratulating Sindhu on her win. Several people also praised the way Jaishankar takes time to encourage athletes, while a few users left lighter, jokier comments. Overall, the mood on the post was one of excitement and national pride.
