Changzhou, China – Team China made a powerful statement on home soil by clinching four titles at the prestigious 2025 VICTOR China Open, a BWF Super 1000 event held in Changzhou.
Leading the charge was Shi Yu Qi, who battled past fellow Chinese shuttler Wang Zhengxing to capture the men’s singles crown in a thrilling three-game final, while Wang Zhiyi, Feng Yanzhe/Huang Dongping, and Liu Shengshu/Tan Ning added titles in women’s singles, mixed doubles, and women’s doubles respectively.
🎥 Watch Highlights – Shi Yu Qi vs. Wang Zhengxing – 2025 China Open Final:
Shi Yu Qi Wins First-Ever China Open Title in Ninth Attempt
After eight unsuccessful attempts, Shi Yu Qi finally triumphed at the China Open, defeating rising star Wang Zhengxing in a hard-fought final 14-21, 21-14, 21-15. The match lasted 64 minutes, and marked Shi’s fourth major title of the 2025 season, following wins at the Malaysia Open, All England Open, and Japan Open.
The 29-year-old is expected to overtake Kunlavut Vitidsarn and reclaim the world No. 1 ranking next week—capping off a dominant stretch that also strengthens his campaign for the upcoming 2025 World Championships in Paris.
This win also marks back-to-back titles for Shi, who just lifted the trophy at the Japan Open Super 750 a week earlier.
Wang Zhengxing: Breakout Star of the 2025 China Open
Despite the loss, 23-year-old Wang Zhengxing was the tournament’s biggest surprise. Ranked No. 23 in the world, Wang pulled off a series of upsets to reach his first-ever Super 1000 final—defeating world No. 8 Kenta Nishimoto, world No. 14 Christo Popov, and world No. 3 Anders Antonsen along the way.
His fearless run made him one of the most talked-about names in this year’s badminton news, and signaled the rise of a promising new talent in Chinese men’s singles.
Women’s Singles: Wang Zhiyi Defends Title in Style
In an all-Chinese women’s singles final, Wang Zhiyi delivered a clinical performance to defeat teammate Han Yue 21-8, 21-13. Battling illness and low-grade fever throughout the week, Wang expressed deep emotion following the win:
“There was one day I felt so unwell that I nearly cried on court. This title means so much to me,” she said.
Mixed Doubles: Feng Yanzhe/Huang Dongping Repeat Title Victory
Top seeds Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping successfully defended their China Open mixed doubles title, defeating compatriots Jiang Zhenbang and Wei Yaxin 23-21, 21-17. It was a match full of fast-paced rallies and superb coordination, with Feng noting afterward:
“Every tournament feels new, so we treat every match like it’s our first and give it everything we have.”
Women’s Doubles: Liu Shengshu/Tan Ning Win Back-to-Back Titles
The women’s doubles final was a tight contest between two top Chinese pairs. Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning edged past Jia Yifan and Zhang Shuxian 24-22, 17-21, 21-14, securing back-to-back titles after winning last week’s Japan Open.
Men’s Doubles: Indonesia’s Alfian/Fikri Ruin Malaysian Hopes
The only final not featuring an all-Chinese contest saw Indonesia’s Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri outclass Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in straight sets 21-13, 21-14 in just 34 minutes.
This was only the pair’s second tournament together since teaming up at the 2025 DAIHATSU Japan Open, yet they showed exceptional chemistry and net dominance throughout the tournament.
Conclusion
The 2025 China Open has cemented China’s dominance in badminton once again, with four titles staying at home. For Shi Yu Qi, this long-awaited victory was a defining moment in his career. And for emerging talents like Wang Zhengxing, the tournament proved to be a launching pad to international recognition.
