Chinese badminton pairs delivered commanding performances at the 2026 All England Open on Thursday, securing quarterfinal berths in both mixed and men's doubles draws. The victories position China as a strong contender for titles at one of badminton's most prestigious tournaments.
Mixed Doubles Mastery
World No. 2 mixed doubles pair Jiang Zhenbang and Wei Yaxin demonstrated their tactical superiority against Malaysia's Goh Soon Huat and Lai Shevon Jemie. After overcoming early tension to claim the first game 21-16, the Chinese mainland duo dominated the second game with precision smashes and tight net play, sealing a 21-18 victory. Their ninth win in ten encounters against the Malaysian pair sets up a quarterfinal clash with France's Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue.
Men's Doubles Resilience
Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang showcased mental fortitude in their three-game battle against Chinese Taipei's Lee Jhe-Huei and Yang Po-Hsuan. After splitting the first two games (21-17, 14-21), the Chinese pair unleashed an aggressive third-game strategy, overwhelming their opponents 21-11. The win earns them a quarterfinal match against Indonesia's Raymond Indra and Nikolaus Joaquin as they pursue China's first men's doubles title at the event since 2019.
