Sindhu loses first game 19-21
August 05, 2018 14:15
Marin continues her charge with another smash to go into the lead at 16-15 but then pushes it long as Sindhu levels at 16-16.
The net cord to Sindhu's rescue as she levels the game at 17-17.
Marin not holding back as another powerful shot down the line goes wide to lead 18-17 but wins the point to make it 18 points each.
Another rasping cross court flick from Marin sees the Spaniard take a crucial 19-18 lead with two points to win the first game.
Marin continues her charge with another point to take a 20-18 lead with two match points in hand.
Sindhu wins the next before Marin duly closes the first game 21-19.