But overall I am happy that I made it to the semis after recently coming out of an injury. I gave it my best and I am pleased with that," Saina said after the match. "When I was struggling today I thought back to the last match against Marin and that got me playing much better. The Japanese displayed a good net game to grab two points but Saina's small deception took a toll on her rival.Another electrifying rally ended with Okuhara finding the net as Saina reached eight game points. The Indian saved one with a drop but the Japanese sealed the issue with another precise return at the baseline.

Source: Times of India August 26, 2017 14:05 UTC