PV Sindhu just came back from a two-month competitive break, and she is representing India in the Uber Cup 2026. The 37-year-old today had to match back-to-back in quick succession, which led her into deep physical strain as she shared a picture online with ice packs on her shoulder and gave the caption “Not 19 anymore”

PV Sindhu played the first game of the Group A clash against Denmark’s Christophersen, and she won the match in three sets 21-13, 18-21, 21-17. The match required high-level physical strength with long rallies and momentum and swings, forcing Sindhu to push her strength, but as she had just returned from a break, it took a toll on her strength.

After hours of this tiring battle, and Denmark already leading India by 3-1, she came to play another game, partnering up with Tanisha Crasto to give India a consolation win in the final game. Sindhu posted on Twitter and Instagram a picture of her with ice packs on her shoulder and knee, giving the caption, “Two matches in two hours. Must-win tie. And my body politely reminding me I’m not 19 anymore.”

India lost to Denmark despite PV Sindhu’s Efforts

Although PV Sindhu won both the games against Denmark, her second doubles game was too late as Denmark was already 3-1 ahead. Several other matches resulted in a close encounter between both the nations, but India lost.

Other Match Results went like :

  • Unnati Hooda lost to Line Kjærsfeldt - Score: 12-21, 23-25

  • Tanvi Sharma lost to Amalie Schulz- Score: 21-19, 16-21, 16-21

  • Shruti Mishra & Priya Konjengbam lost the first doubles match- Score: 17-21, 21-11, 21-23

India will look forward to the upcoming fixtures with China and Ukraine and would like to bank on them to get back victorious.

Although India's women’s team has suffered a loss in the opening game in the Uber Cup 2026, Indian Men’s Team has started with a victory in the ongoing Thomas Cup, defeating Canada 4-1. They lost the first match but then made a comeback, winning back to back 4 consecutive games.