The Shanghai Badminton Open ends to improve the badminton level of the masses and promote sports for all
On December 24, 2023, the two-day Yonex Shanghai Open ended at the Oriental Sports Center Badminton Hall. The first Shanghai Open attracted 1,240 people to sign up as soon as it was announced. However, due to limitations of the venue and schedule, 230 players were finally drawn to participate in the competition.
The establishment of the Shanghai Open was based on the increasingly strong competitive level of amateur badminton and the continuous desire of amateur players to challenge to higher levels. The purpose is to break down the barriers between amateurs and professionals and allow all high-level badminton players to compete on the same field, so as to improve the badminton level of the masses and better promote national sports.
The competition system of the Shanghai Open does not limit professional background, age or region. We saw many high-level athletes at the scene, including former national badminton players, foreign professional players, and players from active local teams all appearing on the field. Their arrival made the game more enjoyable. Although there were not many players on the second day of competition, many players stayed to watch the game. For amateur players, being able to compete with real professional players is also very helpful in improving their competitive level.
For professional players, this has become a platform for experts to compete.
Former world champion Wang Yihan also came to watch the game in person. Seeing such a fierce competition atmosphere, Wang Yihan was also very excited. "I saw many high-level players from various provinces and cities coming, as well as many college students. This level of competition has already been achieved." It’s amazing.” Seeing the exciting part, she joked: “I will participate next year too.” Afterwards, she also presented awards to the winners of the competition. The final winner will receive a total prize of up to 500,000 yuan.
