Chinese badminton stars delivered a spectacular performance at the BWF China Open in Changzhou, securing four gold medals and four silvers ahead of next month's World Championships. The event highlighted the nation's depth in talent across multiple disciplines.
In a thrilling men's singles final, Shi Yuqi overcame Wang Zhengxing 14-21, 21-14, 21-15, completing a historic sweep of all four BWF World Tour Super 1000 events this season. 'Breaking through here means a lot,' said Shi, who previously struggled with the venue's challenging conditions.
Women's singles champion Wang Zhiyi defended her title with a commanding 21-8, 21-13 win against Han Yue. Battling illness throughout the tournament, Wang credited her victory to mental resilience: 'This week tested my limits – I relied on pure determination.'
The strong showing comes as athletes prepare for August's World Championships, reinforcing China's position as a badminton powerhouse. Analysts suggest the results could influence investment trends in Asia's sports economy and regional tourism tied to major sporting events.
