SHENZHEN — India’s premier men’s doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty mounted a remarkable comeback to secure the China Masters crown on Sunday, edging past China’s He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu in a pulsating final. The Indian pair showed immense composure after dropping the opening game, battling for one hour and ten minutes to seal an 11-21, 21-13, 21-17 victory over the former world number four combination on their home turf.
The hard-fought triumph marked third-time luck for Satwik and Chirag at the tournament, having finished as runners-up during both the 2023 and 2025 editions of the prestigious championship. After struggling to find their rhythm in a lopsided opening frame, the Indian pair adjusted their tactical approach, seizing momentum in the second game with aggressive front-court play before holding their nerve through high-pressure exchanges in the decider.
The victory delivers Satwik and Chirag their second major piece of silverware of the current badminton season, complementing their earlier triumph at the Singapore Open Super 750 and a runner-up finish at the Thailand Open Super 500. Their resurgence solidifies their position among the elite of the world circuit as they continue an exceptional campaign on the international stage.
