China Defeats South Korea to Claim 14th Sudirman Cup Title

China clinched its record-extending 14th Sudirman Cup title by defeating South Korea 3-1 in the final held in Xiamen. The Chinese team, led by standout performances from the mixed doubles pair Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping, and supported by men's singles world number one Shi Yuqi and the top women's doubles duo Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning, overcame a brief challenge when South Korea's An Se-young evened the score. The victory marked China’s fourth consecutive triumph in this prestigious biennial mixed team badminton event. En route to the final, China dominated Japan 3-0 in the semifinals, with significant contributions from Shi Yuqi and Olympic champion Chen Yufei, who helped secure the team's place in the title match. The home crowd's support was palpable as China extended its dominance in the sport, celebrating a historic achievement in the Sudirman Cup's history. The win underscores China's continued supremacy in world badminton, further distancing its closest rivals.