Hey sports fans! China has once again smashed records by clinching their record-extending 14th title at the BWF Sudirman Cup. In a thrilling showdown at home in Xiamen, they beat South Korea 3-1 in a best-of-five clash. 🏸
The action kicked off with an electrifying mixed doubles match where Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping went head-to-head with Seo Seung-jae and Chae Yu-jung. After a tight first game, the Chinese pair powered through the decider to grab an early lead.
Though the women's singles battle saw Wang Zhiyi fall to world No. 1 An Se-young in two competitive games, the momentum shifted back in China’s favor.
Men's singles ace Shi Yuqi then dazzled the crowd with an impressive 21-5, 21-5 win over Jeon Hyeok-jin, giving the hosts a key edge with a 2-1 score.
The final blow came in the women's doubles when Olympic silver medalists Tan Ning and Liu Shengshu sealed the victory by defeating the third-ranked duo Baek Ha-na and Lee So-hee 21-14, 21-17.
This win not only extends China's record with a 14th title but also marks their fourth consecutive triumph in badminton's top mixed team competition. Stay tuned for more updates on the sports scene!
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China beat South Korea to win record-extending 14th Sudirman Cup title
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