Chinese Taipei’s Chiu Pin-Chian earned a hard-fought 21–13, 18–21, 21–14 victory over Japan’s Mizuki Suizu in the men’s singles Round of 16 at the YONEX Taipei Open 2026 on 30 July 2026. Playing on home soil at Taipei Arena, Chiu recovered strongly after dropping the second game to secure his place in the quarter-finals of the BWF Super 300 tournament.
Chiu made an excellent start, controlling the opening game with confident attacking play and consistent shot placement. The home shuttler dictated the rallies from the outset, limiting Suizu’s opportunities and comfortably taking the first game 21–13.
Suizu responded impressively in the second game, increasing the pace of the rallies and applying greater pressure on Chiu’s defense. The Japanese player capitalized on key moments to edge ahead before closing out the game 21–18, forcing the contest into a deciding third game.
The decider saw Chiu regain control with composed all-around badminton and disciplined court coverage. He built an early advantage and maintained his momentum throughout the final game, preventing Suizu from mounting another comeback. Chiu wrapped up the match with a 21–14 victory in the third game, completing a resilient performance to advance to the last eight.
Standout Performances
- Chiu Pin-Chian (Chinese Taipei): Defeated Mizuki Suizu 21–13, 18–21, 21–14.
- Mizuki Suizu (Japan): Fought back to win the second game and force a decider.
- Round: Men’s Singles Round of 16.
- Result: Chiu Pin-Chian advanced to the quarter-finals.
Turning Point
After Suizu leveled the match by taking the second game, Chiu responded with a composed performance in the decider. His ability to establish an early lead and maintain control throughout the third game proved decisive in securing the victory.
Match Statistics
- Tournament: YONEX Taipei Open 2026 (BWF Super 300)
- Category: Men’s Singles
- Round: Round of 16
- Date: 30 July 2026
- Venue: Taipei Arena, Taipei, Chinese Taipei
- Winner: Chiu Pin-Chian (Chinese Taipei)
- Runner-up: Mizuki Suizu (Japan)
- Final Score: 21–13, 18–21, 21–14
- Result: Chiu Pin-Chian advanced to the quarter-finals.