BASEL, Switzerland – Japan’s Yushi Tanaka secured his third BWF World Tour title, and first since the 2024 U.S. Open, on Sunday at the Yonex Swiss Open 2026, defeating Indonesia’s Alwi Farhan in the men’s singles final. The tournament, held at the St. Jakobshalle in Basel, also saw a stunning upset in the women’s doubles and thrilling matches in the mixed doubles events, marking a day of surprising results on the BWF World Tour.
Tanaka, the world number 20, overcame a spirited challenge from Farhan, ultimately prevailing 21-18, 21-12. The 26-year-aged Tanaka delivered Japan’s first World Tour title of the year, showcasing a dominant performance in the second game after a closely contested first. This victory solidifies Tanaka’s position as a rising force in men’s singles badminton.
The match began with a tight first game, with both players trading points. Tanaka edged ahead, taking the first game 21-18. In the second game, Tanaka quickly established control, winning six consecutive points with the score tied at 3-3. Despite Farhan’s efforts, Tanaka maintained his momentum, extending his lead and closing out the match with a four-point run to secure a 21-12 victory. Highlights of the final are available on YouTube.
Elsewhere in Basel, the women’s doubles final witnessed a significant upset as China’s Li Yi Jing and Wang Yi Duo defeated the second-seeded pairing of Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian in straight games, 21-10, 22-10. This victory marks a strong start for the newly formed Chinese duo, who have quickly established themselves as contenders on the international stage.
The tournament also featured a marathon mixed doubles final, with Chinese pair Cheng Xing and Zhang Chi battling back from a game down to defeat compatriots Zhu Yi Jun and Li Qian 20-22, 21-15, 22-20 after a grueling 62-minute match. In another exciting mixed doubles match, Chinese Taipei’s Lee Fang-Chih and Lee Fang-Jen secured the title, defeating Denmark’s Daniel Lundagaard and Mads Vestergaard 21-18, 21-13.
Indonesia’s hopes for singles success were dashed as Alwi Farhan fell short against Tanaka, despite a promising start. Reports from Okezone confirm Farhan lost in straight sets, 18-21, 12-21. Farhan acknowledged a dip in his performance during the final, according to Antara News.
The Yonex Swiss Open 2026 showcased a blend of established stars and emerging talents, with several unexpected results adding to the excitement. The St. Jakobshalle in Basel provided a vibrant atmosphere for the thrilling conclusion of the Super 300 event. Badminton World Tour provided a comprehensive overview of the finals.
With the Swiss Open concluded, the focus now shifts to the upcoming legs of the BWF World Tour. Tanaka’s victory will undoubtedly boost his confidence as he aims to build on this momentum throughout the season, while the Chinese pairs will gaze to continue their impressive form. The badminton world will be watching closely to see how these players and teams perform in the challenges ahead.
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