PV Sindhu defeated compatriot Anmol Kharb in the women’s singles semifinal at the Hylo Open 2026 to reach the final of the BWF World Tour Super 500 tournament in Saarbrücken, Germany, according to the result headline supplied from Sportstar. The all-Indian semifinal had guaranteed India a representative in the title match, and Sindhu emerged from the contest to secure that place.
The exact game score and match duration were not available in the accessible source material at the time this draft was prepared. Those details have therefore been left out rather than estimated. The result itself is attributed to the supplied Sportstar report, while the players’ routes to the semifinal are supported by independently published quarterfinal coverage.
Key points from Sindhu’s semifinal win
- PV Sindhu beat Anmol Kharb in the Hylo Open women’s singles semifinal.
- The win sends Sindhu into the final of the BWF Super 500 tournament.
- Sindhu had beaten Amalie Schulz 21-12, 21-10 in her quarterfinal.
- Anmol reached the semifinal with a 21-17, 18-21, 21-16 win over Unnati Hooda.
- The semifinal score and Sindhu’s final opponent require confirmation from the official tournament result sheet.
Sindhu converts quarterfinal form into a final place
Sindhu entered the semifinal after a commanding quarterfinal performance against Germany’s Amalie Schulz. The Indian, seeded second, won 21-12, 21-10 in 28 minutes. She controlled the contest from the opening exchanges and did not allow Schulz to take the lead in either game. Reports recorded that Sindhu won 42 of the 64 points played.
The quarterfinal victory followed Sindhu’s runner-up finish at the French Open, giving her another opportunity to compete for a title on the European leg of the tour. Her progression to the Hylo Open final continues that run. The semifinal win over Anmol now places her one match away from the tournament trophy.
Anmol’s run to the last four
Anmol Kharb reached the semifinal after a demanding three-game victory over sixth seed Unnati Hooda. The 19-year-old took the opening game 21-17, lost the second 18-21 and responded in the decider to win 21-16. The contest lasted 68 minutes and was one of the closely fought matches in the women’s singles quarterfinal round.
Kharb’s quarterfinal performance earned her the opportunity to face one of India’s most accomplished players in the semifinal. The all-Indian pairing also ensured that the country would have a finalist in the women’s singles draw, regardless of the outcome. Sindhu’s victory means she will carry India’s challenge into the title match.
What the result means for India
The semifinal was significant for more than the place in the final. It brought together a leading Indian international and a younger player who had battled through a difficult quarterfinal. For Sindhu, reaching the title match provides another chance to convert a strong tournament run into a trophy. For Kharb, reaching the last four and competing in an all-Indian semifinal is an important experience on the BWF World Tour.
The result also continues India’s presence deep into the Hylo Open draw. Lakshya Sen had separately advanced to the men’s singles semifinals after recovering from a game down to beat Finland’s Kalle Koljonen 14-21, 21-17, 21-13 in the quarterfinals. His progress added to the Indian interest in the tournament, although his event is separate from Sindhu’s women’s singles campaign.
Final opponent and details to confirm
Sindhu’s place in the final is established by the supplied Sportstar headline. However, the accessible reports used for this draft did not provide the semifinal game score, duration or the confirmed result of the other women’s singles semifinal between Pornpawee Chochuwong and Line Kjærsfeldt. Those details should be checked against the official BWF tournament results before the article is published or updated.
For now, the central result is clear: Sindhu has beaten Anmol Kharb and advanced to the Hylo Open 2026 final. The final scoreline and title-match opponent are intentionally not stated until they can be verified.
Sources and verification
- PV Sindhu beats Anmol Kharb, reaches Hylo Open 2026 final — Sportstar; supplied source headline supports the semifinal result and Sindhu’s qualification.
- Sindhu vs Anmol Kharb in Hylo Open semis — The New Indian Express; quarterfinal results and semifinal context.
- Hylo Open: Sindhu, Anmol set up all-Indian semifinal — India Today; Sindhu and Kharb’s routes to the semifinal and Lakshya Sen’s quarterfinal result.
- Hylo Open 2026: Sindhu, Anmol set up all-Indian semis — mid-day; quarterfinal scores and tournament context.
Frequently asked questions
Did PV Sindhu beat Anmol Kharb at the Hylo Open 2026?
Yes. The supplied Sportstar headline reports that PV Sindhu defeated fellow Indian Anmol Kharb in the women’s singles semifinal at the Hylo Open 2026. The victory sent Sindhu through to the final. The exact game scores were not available in the accessible source material used for this draft.
Has PV Sindhu reached the Hylo Open 2026 final?
Yes. Sindhu’s semifinal victory over Anmol Kharb booked her place in the women’s singles final of the BWF World Tour Super 500 event in Saarbrücken, Germany. Her opponent in the final should be added after the other semifinal result is confirmed.
How did PV Sindhu reach the Hylo Open semifinal?
Sindhu reached the last four with a straight-games quarterfinal win over Germany’s Amalie Schulz. She won 21-12, 21-10 in 28 minutes, controlling both games and taking 42 of the 64 points played in the match.
How did Anmol Kharb reach the Hylo Open semifinal?
Anmol Kharb advanced after defeating sixth seed Unnati Hooda in a three-game quarterfinal. Kharb won 21-17, 18-21, 21-16 in a contest lasting 68 minutes, setting up the all-Indian semifinal against Sindhu.
Where is the Hylo Open 2026 being held?
The Hylo Open 2026 is being played at Saarlandhalle in Saarbrücken, Germany. It is a BWF World Tour Super 500 tournament. Sindhu’s semifinal victory over Anmol Kharb places her in the women’s singles title match.