China’s badminton athletes lit up the 2026 Malaysia Open, ending January 11 with an impressive tally of two golds and three silvers, blending dominance and determination.
In women’s doubles, Lyu Shengshu/Thain Ning asserted control early, dismantling Baek Ha-na/Lee So-hee of South Korea 21-18, 21-12. Mixed doubles delivered intra-team excitement as Feng Yanzhe/Huang Dongping defeated Chiang Chenpang/Wei Yaxin 21-19, 21-19, securing gold with silver staying in Chinese hands.
Men’s singles final pitted Shi Yuqi against Thailand’s Kunlavut Vitidsarn. Shi’s resilience shone as he saved game points to force a tight 21-23 first-game loss, but injury curtailed his second-game effort.
Wang Zhiyi in women’s singles gave An Se-young a scare, losing 15-21 initially then nearly turning it around before a 22-24 defeat yielded silver.
This medal collection highlights China’s strategic depth and athlete fortitude, positioning them as favorites for upcoming majors. The blend of victories and valiant losses fuels anticipation for more glory.