China flexed its badminton prowess at the BWF China Open in Changzhou this weekend, securing four titles in front of an electrified home crowd. The standout moment came as rising star Weng Hongyang claimed his first-ever Super 1000-level championship, defeating Japan's Kodai Naraoka in a thrilling men's singles final.
The 25-year-old Weng, ranked 36th globally, dominated the match with fierce smashes and razor-sharp net play. After clinching the first game 21-17, he sealed victory 21-12 when Naraoka's final shot sailed wide.
\"This is my first Super 1000 title—I feel incredible!\" Weng told reporters post-match. \"My coach crafted a winning strategy, and I executed it perfectly.\"
The win marks China's latest triumph in a sport where it continues to shine, blending technical precision with home-crowd energy. Fans are already buzzing about Weng's future in the 2024 Paris Olympics cycle!
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The standout moment came as rising star Weng Hongyang claimed his first-ever Super 1000-level championship, defeating Japan's Kodai Naraoka in a thrilling men's singles final.
\"This is my first Super 1000 title—I feel incredible!\" Weng told reporters post-match. \"My coach crafted a winning strategy, and I executed it perfectly.\"
