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On March 15, Cheng Xing, from the School of Physical Education and Sports Science at SCNU, alongsidend her partner Zhang Chi, claimed their second mixed doubles title at the 2026 YONEX Swiss Open after the 2026 BWF German Open.
In this competition, Cheng and Zhang performed steadily as a whole, demonstrating their tenacious fighting spirit and excellent tactical skills from the semi-finals to the finals. InDuring the finals, the duo held their nerve and showed greater poise in offensive and defensive transitions as well as pace control. Despite losing the first set, the duo rallied to take the next two straight sets. Their 2-1 comeback made them champions.
After the competition, Cheng Xing admitted feeling greater mental pressure facing teammates and grew nervous under their sustained pressure. However, she and Zhang Chi stayed composed at crucial moments, maintained mutual trust, and adjusted tactics actively. Despite trailing match point in the deciding game, the pair remained calm and focused to secure the victory.
In recent years, Cheng has made steady progress in training and competitions, improving his skills and on-court performance. This title is a well-deserved reward for her diligent training and demonstrates the remarkable achievements of SCNU’s sports talent development.
See their commanding performance at the 2026 BWF German Open: https://english.scnu.edu.cn/a/20260313/1623.
Source from SCNU Sports Committee
Translated by Li Shiyao, Xie Shaochai
Proofread by Edwin Baak
Edited by Li Ning
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