Shi Yuqi, Wang Zhiyi Win China Open Singles Titles in Chinese Sweep

At the China Open in Changzhou, China solidified its dominance in badminton with Shi Yuqi and Wang Zhiyi capturing the men's and women's singles titles respectively. Shi Yuqi, world number three, overcame an initial game loss to defeat Wang Zhengxing, marking his third Super 1000 title this year and following his Japan Open victory. Wang Zhiyi, the defending champion and world number two, delivered a commanding win over Han Yue, ending a streak of losses against world number one An Se-young and securing her second title of the year. China's supremacy was evident as foreign competitors failed to advance past the semi-finals in all categories except men's doubles, where Indonesians Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri triumphed. Additionally, top-seeded Chinese pairs Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning won the women's doubles, while Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping claimed the mixed doubles title. The event showcased China's continued strength on home soil and highlighted notable performances from both established and rising badminton talents.