KUALA LUMPUR — China stamped its supremacy at the 2025 Malaysia Masters, sweeping four of five titles at the Super 500 event, including a historic win in men’s singles by Li Shifeng—the first Chinese male shuttler to claim this title.
Watch Li Shifeng vs. Kidambi Srikanth in the Malaysia Masters Final:
Men’s Singles: Li Shifeng Claims Historic Crown
World No. 4 Li Shifeng dismantled India’s Kidambi Srikanth in just 36 minutes, winning 21-11, 21-9 in a commanding performance. The 25-year-old became the first Chinese men’s singles champion in the tournament’s history, a feat even legends like Lin Dan never achieved—Lin’s best showing was only reaching the first round in 2018 and 2020.
“I honestly didn’t know I’d be the first Chinese player to win this event,” said Li. “I’ve only ever made it to the semifinals before, so this is a big motivation heading into the Singapore Open next week.”
Women’s Singles: Wang Zhiyi Defends Title
Top seed Wang Zhiyi outlasted fellow Chinese and second seed Han Yue 13-21, 21-13, 21-18 in a 75-minute thriller to defend her Malaysia Masters crown. Ranked world No. 2, Wang extended her strong form in Malaysia—calling it her “lucky ground.”
Women’s Doubles: Liu Shengshu & Tan Ning Deliver Upset
In an all-Chinese final, Liu Shengshu/Tan Ning stunned world champions Jia Yifan/Zhang Shuxian 21-17, 21-18 to win the women’s doubles title, showcasing their chemistry and aggressive style.
Mixed Doubles: Feng Yanzhe & Huang Dongping Survive Final Test
Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping, the No. 2 seeds, overcame top seeds Jiang Zhenbang/Wei Yaxin 21-17, 14-21, 21-16 in a tightly contested mixed doubles final. Dongping admitted they struggled in the second game but adapted tactically to clinch the title in 63 minutes.
Prize Money & Titles
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Singles Champions: USD $35,625 (≈ RM150,693)
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Doubles Champions: USD $37,525 (≈ RM158,730)
Final Results – 2025 Malaysia Masters (Badminton)
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Men’s Singles: Li Shifeng (CHN) def. Srikanth Kidambi (IND)
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Women’s Singles: Wang Zhiyi (CHN) def. Han Yue (CHN)
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Men’s Doubles: Man Wei Chong/Tee Kai Wun (MAS)
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Women’s Doubles: Liu Shengshu/Tan Ning (CHN)
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Mixed Doubles: Feng Yanzhe/Huang Dongping (CHN)
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