An Olympic Champion Falls From Power Zhang Jun is out. The former Chinese badminton head coach and two-time Olympic champion has resigned from his official posts following an investigation into severe disciplinary violations, according to official statements and state media reports. Zhang, a prominent figure in the sport who secured mixed doubles gold medals at … Read more
Concerns over the long-term depth of the Chinese badminton team have intensified among supporters following shifting competitive landscapes across international circuits, prompting debate over whether traditional powerhouse disciplines face a talent drought. While veteran pairings like Zheng Siwei in mixed doubles have long anchored the national squad’s dominance, questions regarding younger player development, physical endurance, … Read more
Chen Yufei successfully opened her campaign at the 2026 BWF World Tour Super 750 Japan Open, securing a victory in the women’s singles opening round against Busanan Ongbamrungphan. The tournament, featuring a high-stakes draw in the Super 750 category, attracts the sport’s elite, offering substantial ranking points and a significant prize purse. According to official … Read more
The Chinese national badminton team secured a dominant performance at the Thailand Open, highlighted by Shi Yuqi’s successful revenge victory in the men’s singles category. According to official match records and tournament reports, China’s deep roster across singles and doubles events solidified their standing as a primary contender for upcoming BWF World Tour events and … Read more
The Badminton Asia Championships have reached a critical juncture in Ningbo, China, as the tournament fields for the semifinals are now confirmed across all five disciplines. The event serves as a high-stakes final qualification window for the 2024 Paris Olympics, drawing top-tier talent from across the continent to secure essential ranking points. Semifinal Fields and … Read more
Li Yongbo: From Olympic Podium to Life Beyond Professional Badminton Li Yongbo has transitioned into various professional roles following a career that spanned his time as an athlete and his tenure as the head coach of China’s national badminton team. Known for his tactical acumen and high-pressure leadership, Li’s career path reflects the broader evolution … Read more
Shi Yuqi Defeats Li Zijun 2-0 to Reach Men’s Singles Quarterfinals at 2026 Badminton Asia Championships Shi Yuqi secured his place in the men’s singles quarterfinals at the 2026 Badminton Asia Championships with a commanding straight-sets victory over Hong Kong China’s Li Zijun on Wednesday in Ningbo, China. The world-class shuttler won 21-11, 21-10 in … Read more
Shi Yuqi Ends China’s Nine-Year Drought with Dominant Asia Championships Title In a clinical display of power and precision, Shi Yuqi captured his first Badminton Asia Championships men’s singles title on April 12, 2026, ending a nearly decade-long drought for the Chinese national team in the event. The victory, secured at the Ningbo Olympic Sports … Read more