1. Kunlavut Vitidsarn Makes History at Badminton Asia Championships
Thailand’s Kunlavut Vitidsarn etched his name in badminton history by clinching the men’s singles title at the 2025 Badminton Asia Championships in Ningbo, China. The 23-year-old defeated China’s Shi Yuqi in a thrilling final, 21-19, 15-21, 21-17, ending Thailand’s 63-year wait for a men’s singles champion at the event. This victory marks a career-defining moment for the 2023 World Champion, boosting his momentum ahead of the China Open 2025. [Source: Badminton Asia]
2. An Se-young Advances to China Open Preparations
World number one An Se-young is gearing up for the China Open 2025, a BWF Super 1000 event set to kick off in September. After her semifinal run at the Badminton Asia Championships, the South Korean star has been focusing on refining her defensive game. In a recent interview, she expressed confidence in her form, stating, “I’m ready to face any challenge this season.” Fans are eager to see if she can reclaim the China Open title she last won in 2023. [Source: BWF]
3. Lee Zii Jia Climbs to World No. 7
Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia has jumped to No. 7 in the latest BWF men’s singles rankings, thanks to his consistent performances in 2025. His quarterfinal finish at the Badminton Asia Championships, where he pushed Kunlavut Vitidsarn to three games, has solidified his resurgence. Lee is now targeting a podium finish at the upcoming China Open to further boost his ranking. [Source: Olympics.com]
4. PV Sindhu to Lead India’s Charge at Sudirman Cup Qualifiers
India’s PV Sindhu is set to headline the national team at the Sudirman Cup 2025 qualifiers, scheduled for late April in Jakarta. Despite a challenging start to the year, the two-time Olympic medalist has been training intensively under new coach Anup Sridhar. The Indian squad, including Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, aims to secure – secure a spot in the main draw. [Source: Hindustan Times]
