Saina Nehwal's return to the badminton courts after a one month break ended in heartbreak as she bowed out in the opening round of the Japan Super Series in Tokyo on Wednesday. Saina ranked 8th in the tournament lost her opening round match to Jaing Yanjiao of China in a tough three set ecounter 15-21, 23- 21,14-21. Jaing had the better exchange in the rallies to win the match in 53 minutes.Meanwhile, the Mixed doubles pair of Jwala Gutta and D Viju failed to continue their good form by losing their opening round match in straight sets to Sudket Prapakamol and Saralee Thungthongkam of Thailand 18-21, 12-21.
News On AIR | September 24, 2009 9:59 AM
Saina Nehwal crashes out of Japan Super Series