Overview
- Thailand’s Anyapat Phichitpreechasak, the second seed, defeated the 16-year-old Indian 15-7, 15-12 in the girls’ singles final.
- The medal is India’s first World Junior silver in 17 years and makes Sharma the third Indian woman, fifth Indian overall, to reach the final.
- Sharma advanced to the title match after a dominant 15-11, 15-9 semi-final win over China’s Liu Si Ya.
- She leaves the championships as a multiple medallist, adding singles silver to India’s mixed-team bronze from earlier in the week.
- After the final, Sharma acknowledged she was not comfortable on court and said she will prioritize endurance, sharper net play and steadier tactics.