The Chinese badminton team participated in the Paris Olympics, where they won two gold medals. However, in the men's singles event, no Chinese player was able to reach the semi-finals, disappointing many fans of the sport. It is hoped that in the new Olympic cycle, the Chinese team can make a comeback in the men's singles category.
The Chinese badminton team is currently competing in the India Open Badminton Championships, with many outstanding players sent to participate. In the men's singles event, 28-year-old world champion Lu Guangzu was highly anticipated by everyone. Lu Guangzu was eager to reach the final in this competition, but unexpectedly, he failed to perform well.
In the second round of the men's singles at the 2025 India Open Badminton Championships, Chinese player Lu Guangzu lost 1-2 to Chinese Taipei's Chou Tien-chen and was eliminated. In the match, Chou Tien-chen took the first set 21-15; in the second set, Lu Guangzu adjusted his state in time to win 21-13; in the third set, Chou Tien-chen continued to exert himself to defeat Lu Guangzu 21-14. The match lasted 67 minutes, and in the end, Lu Guangzu lost 1-2 to Chou Tien-chen and failed to advance to the quarter-finals. After battling for 67 minutes, the 28-year-old national featherweight world champion lost, described as an "unsupportable A Dou."
Seeing this 28-year-old national featherweight world champion lose after battling for 67 minutes and being eliminated with a score of 1:2, some people expressed that Lu Guangzu is truly an "unsupportable A Dou." Although he has had many opportunities to compete, his performance on the big stage has been somewhat unsatisfactory. Everyone hopes that he can prove himself again in future competitions.
To make a comeback in upcoming competitions, Lu Guangzu faces significant pressure. It is hoped that he can let go of the burden and face the matches with a more relaxed mindset. Only then can he achieve greater success on the stage ahead. Fans will cheer for Lu Guangzu, hoping that he can steadily work hard and fully realize his dreams.
Of course, it has not been easy for Lu Guangzu to get to where he is today. He will face more challenges on the court in the future. It is hoped that Lu Guangzu can let go of the burden, take solid steps, and be given another opportunity to prove himself on the competitive stage in the future. Everyone believes in Lu Guangzu's abilities and level, hoping that he can create history.