China Masters 2026 Quarterfinals: Srikanth's Comeback Win Over World No.9, Satwik-Chirag Grinds Out 69-Minute Victory

The China Masters 2026, held in China as a Super 750 event on the BWF World Tour, delivered major surprises for the Indian badminton team. In the quarterfinals, Kidambi Srikanth showcased remarkable comeback spirit to defeat World No.9 Victor Lai with scores of 21-18 and 21-19. Meanwhile, men's doubles pair Satwik-Chirag advanced to the semifinals after a grueling 69-minute match against the French Popov brothers, winning 21-17, 22-24, 21-9. However, women's singles player Tanvi Sharma fell to World No.9 Tomoka Miyazaki 17-21, 21-18, 16-21. These results not only highlight the Indian team's strength but also raise intriguing questions about tactical adaptability and physical endurance in the peak of the season.