Full list of players who have withdrawn from China Open 2025

Malaysian star Lee Zii Jia extends his absence.

As the BWF China Open 2025 prepares to kick off in Changzhou from July 22 to 27, a string of notable withdrawals has reshaped the outlook of the season’s final Super 1000 event. Known for its high stakes and elite field, the tournament has nonetheless seen some big names opt out, due to injury management, fatigue, or other commitments.

Among the most prominent is Lee Zii Jia, whose highly anticipated return to the tour remains on hold. The Malaysian star had entered under a protected ranking but has now pulled out, extending his absence from top-tier competition. Lee last featured at the All England Open and Orléans Masters earlier this year.

The 27-year-old has been on an extended break since March, citing recovery and personal well-being as his focus. In recent months, he shared cryptic and emotionally intense illustrations on social media that raised concerns about his mental state among fans and the badminton community.

The women’s singles draw has taken a hit, with five withdrawals including Singapore’s Yeo Jia Min and India’s Malvika Bansod. Vietnam’s Thuy Linh Nguyen, Brazil’s Juliana Viana Vieira, and India’s young prospect Ishita Negi will also miss the tournament.

Indian shuttler Malvika’s withdrawal slightly weakens India’s depth in women’s singles, as she has previously shown the ability to challenge top-tier opponents. In men’s doubles, the Canadian pair Nyl Yakura and Jonathan Bing Tsan Lai have withdrawn, alongside Brazil’s Fabricio Farias and Davi Silva.

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Women’s doubles has seen some heavy exits as well. Olympic medalist Chen Qing Chen and her partner Bao Li Jing won’t be competing in front of the home crowd. Indonesia’s Apriyani Rahayu and Febi Setianingrum have also pulled out, along with Indonesia’s Rose / Puspitasari.

One of the few notable withdrawals is the Indian women’s doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand. The young duo, who have consistently represented India at major events, will be missing from the draw in Changzhou. Whether due to injury, scheduling, or strategic rest, their absence leaves a gap in India’s women’s doubles challenge.

Mixed doubles has the longest list of absentees. Thailand’s experienced pair Sapsiree Taerattanachai / Phuwanat Horbanluekit have withdrawn, as have India’s Dhruv Kapila / Tanisha Crasto. Other key names missing include Brazil’s Davi Silva / Sania Lima, Indonesia’s Adnan Maulana / Indah Cahya Sari Jamil, and several others from Hong Kong, Brazil, and Canada.

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While these withdrawals have reduced the top-level competition, it has also provided a golden opportunity for lower-ranked pairs and rising stars to move ahead and gain valuable points in this important Super 1000 tournament.

At the same time, the withdrawals list for the China Open 2025 is relatively short, a reflection of the tournament’s high stature as a BWF Super 1000 event.

Players who have withdrawn from China Open 2025

Men’s Singles

• Lee Zii Jia (Malaysia)

Women’s Singles

• Yeo Jia Min (Singapore)
• Malvika Bansod (India)
• Thuy Linh Nguyen (Vietnam)
• Juliana Viana Vieira (Brazil)
• Ishita Negi (India)

Men’s Doubles

• Nyl Yakura / Jonathan Bing Tsan Lai (Canada)
• Fabricio Farias / Davi Silva (Brazil)

Women’s Doubles

• Chen Qing Chen / Bao Li Jing (China)
• Treesa Jolly / Gayatri Gopichand (India)
• Apriyani Rahayu / Febi Setianingrum (Indonesia)
• Rose / Puspitasari (Indonesia)

Mixed Doubles

• Sapsiree Taerattanachai / Phuwanat Horbanluekit (Thailand)
• Dhruv Kapila / Tanisha Crasto (India)
• Davi Silva / Sania Lima (Brazil)
• Adnan Maulana / Indah Cahya Sari Jamil (Indonesia)
• Wunna Aung / Thet Htar Thuzar (Myanmar)
• Fabricio Farias / Jaqueline Lima (Brazil)
• Chak Lam Wong / Lui Lok Lok (Hong Kong)
• Nyl Yakura / Josephine Wu (Canada)

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