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China celebrates success at the Adidas China Masters with four titles

Adidas China Masters

China dominated the Adidas China Masters with an impressive performance, securing four titles. Wang Zhengming and Liu Xin both tasted Superseries success for the first time, while Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei completed the clean sweep in Mixed Doubles. The only title that eluded China was Men’s Doubles, with Korea’s Ko Sung Hyun and Lee Yong Dae emerging as the victors.

Wang Zhengming’s Triumph in Men’s Singles

The highlight of the day was the intense Men’s Singles final between Wang Zhengming and Son Wan Ho. Son, who had recently returned to international badminton after a ten-month break, showcased his exceptional skills throughout the tournament. After dominating the early phase of the match, Son was just two points away from victory in the second game. However, Wang staged an impressive comeback, forcing a decider. The battle between the two players remained fiercely contested, but Wang ultimately emerged victorious, winning 11-21, 21-14, 24-22.

Wang Zhengming

Liu Xin’s Resurgence in Women’s Singles

Liu Xin, once ranked in the top five in Women’s Singles, made a triumphant return to the court after a ten-month hiatus. Facing Porntip Buranaprasertsuk of Thailand in the final, Liu displayed her dominance from the start, comfortably winning the first game. Despite a strong fightback from Buranaprasertsuk in the second game, Liu proved to be too strong in the decider, securing the title with a score of 21-4, 13-21, 21-12.

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Liu Xin

Other Exciting Matches

In the Men’s Doubles final, Hiroyuki Endo and Kenichi Hayakawa of Japan pushed top seeds Lee Yong Dae and Ko Sung Hyun to their limits. The Japanese duo fought back from a significant deficit to earn two game points, but Lee and Ko managed to snatch victory, winning 25-23, 21-19.

Lee Yong Dae and Ko Sung Hyun

The Olympic Mixed Doubles champions Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei continued their dominance, clinching their third Superseries title of 2013. They defeated Yoo Yeon Seong and Eom Hye Won of Korea in a convincing match, winning 21-18, 21-12.

Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei

Yu Yang and Wang Xiaoli, the world champions in Women’s Doubles, continued their remarkable form by claiming yet another title. They defeated compatriots Ma Jin and Tang Jinhua to secure the Women’s Doubles title with a score of 21-17, 21-16.

Yu Yang and Wang Xiaoli

FAQs

Q: Who were the winners of the Men’s Singles and Women’s Singles at the Adidas China Masters?
A: Wang Zhengming won the Men’s Singles title, while Liu Xin emerged as the champion in Women’s Singles.

Q: Which country dominated the Adidas China Masters?
A: China dominated the tournament, winning four out of the five titles.

Q: Who were the winners of the Mixed Doubles and Women’s Doubles at the event?
A: Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei won the Mixed Doubles title, while Yu Yang and Wang Xiaoli triumphed in Women’s Doubles.

Conclusion

China showcased their badminton prowess at the Adidas China Masters, winning four titles and delivering thrilling matches. Wang Zhengming and Liu Xin’s victories marked a significant milestone in their careers, while Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei continued their impressive form in Mixed Doubles. The tournament witnessed some intense battles and memorable performances, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next badminton showdown.

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