Shi Yuqi Dominates Vitidsarn to Advance at BWF China Masters!

In a thrilling quarterfinal showdown at the BWF China Masters in Shenzhen, top seed Shi Yuqi from the Chinese mainland delivered an epic performance, defeating Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn, the silver medalist from Paris 2024, and securing his spot in the semifinals!

Having been knocked out by Vitidsarn during the last eight at the Summer Games in Paris, Shi was on a mission for Olympic revenge. The home crowd was electric as Shi started strong, winning the first game 21-18 after a crucial shot from Vitidsarn hit the net.

In the second set, Shi was unstoppable, grabbing an impressive 11-2 lead and swiftly closing out the match by taking the final five points, ending the set 21-8. His celebration was a sight to behold, as he cupped his ears and soaked in the roaring cheers from his passionate fans.

\"I knew I had to play differently this time. Adjusting my style to match my opponent's strengths was key. If I had followed his rhythm, it would have given him the advantage, so I focused on being patient and waiting for the right moments to seize control of the match,\" Shi shared after his decisive victory.

With this win, Shi Yuqi is all set to battle it out in the semifinals, and the excitement is just getting started! Stay tuned for more action from the BWF China Masters!