Indian Olympic medalist shuttler PV Sindhu has been given a protected ranking by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) following a knee injury sustained at the French Open in October, locking in her at the world number 10 spot till she recovers from her injury.
As per Olympics.com, this protected rankings can be requested for by players when injuries or some other circumstances make it impossible for them play at any competition for at least three months and a maximum of 12 months.
Once the permission is granted, the protected rankings come into effect. After 12 months, they will no longer be in force. Sindhu's absence could be till February next year. She could come back to the sport earlier in case of her gaining full fitness.
