World No. 1 An Se-young secured a spot in the 2026 BWF Super 750 India Open final by triumphing over World No. 8 Ratchanok Intanon in just 32 minutes. Se-young’s dominant performance led to a swift straight-game victory of 21-11, 21-7 at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex.
From the onset, An Se-young took control of the match, swiftly gaining an early lead by scoring six consecutive points in the opening game. Her precise play denied Intanon any chance to settle, resulting in a comfortable 21-11 win in the first game.
In the second game, both players initially traded points to reach a 4-4 tie. However, Se-young quickly escalated her game, embarking on a remarkable scoring spree to establish a commanding 16-5 lead. With flawless execution and unwavering consistency, she clinched the match by winning the second game 21-7, securing a decisive straight-game victory.
By defeating Intanon, An Se-young extended her winning streak to an impressive 29 consecutive matches, marking a personal best achievement. Having already claimed victory at the Malaysia Open earlier in the season, she now stands on the brink of securing back-to-back titles in consecutive weeks with her place in the India Open final.
