Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu produced a vintage display of attacking badminton to outclass local favourite Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-17 and clinch her maiden Japan Open title and first Super 750 crown on Sunday.
The 31-year-old became the first Indian to win the Japan Open, combining relentless attack with tactical discipline and composure in the decisive moments to defeat the three-time world champion and end a title drought of more than two years.