India's rising badminton star, Anmol Kharb, captivated audiences with her impressive performance at the Arctic Open 2025, held in Vantaa, Finland, before succumbing to a semi-final loss. The young shuttler faced the formidable Japanese top seed, Akane Yamaguchi, in the women's singles draw, where her remarkable run ended in a challenging match.

Kharb, currently ranked 62nd in women's singles, showcased remarkable tenacity against Yamaguchi. Despite trailing slightly in the opening stages, Kharb held her ground before the seasoned Yamaguchi shifted gears. Yamaguchi, a three-time world champion, demonstrated her masterful skill with a dominating streak of ten consecutive points, ultimately winning 21-10, 21-13 in a swift match.

The Arctic Open saw Indian participants encounter various resu

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