Indonesian badminton hopeful Zaki Ubaidillah, more commonly known as Ubed, encountered China’s top men’s singles talent Li Shi Feng in a thrilling Round of 32 clash at the Swiss Open 2026. The intense battle, which took place on Wednesday evening, March 11, saw Ubed ultimately succumb to defeat after a grueling 1-hour and 24-minute showdown.
The scores reflect the intensity of the encounter, with Ubed losing 22-24, 21-16, 16-21. This hard-fought loss means Ubed will not progress further in the tournament. The disparity in their BWF rankings was evident on paper, with Ubed currently at world No. 40 facing off against the significantly higher-ranked Li Shi Feng, who holds the seventh spot globally. Interestingly, this high-stakes match marked the very first career meeting between the two badminton stars.
The opening game set a fiercely competitive tone from the outset. Ubed demonstrated impressive form, managing to build a lead at 18-16 and extending it to 20-18. However, Li Shi Feng showcased his top-tier resilience, battling back to level the scores at 20-20. The momentum then swung back and forth in a thrilling deuce, with Li Shi Feng ultimately securing the first game 24-22 after a nail-biting finish.
Undeterred by the loss of the first game, Ubed began the second game with renewed vigor, swiftly establishing a commanding 5-1 lead. While Li Shi Feng managed to claw his way back to draw level at 7-7, Ubed regained control, heading into the mid-game interval with a comfortable 11-7 advantage. Maintaining his composure and tactical precision post-interval, Ubed successfully defended his lead to clinch the second game 21-16, leveling the match at one game apiece.
The decisive third game mirrored the intensity of the earlier sets, featuring a relentless exchange of points. Ubed once again showed flashes of brilliance, momentarily edging ahead with a slender 11-10 lead. However, the world No. 7 proved too strong in the crucial moments. Despite Ubed’s valiant efforts, he soon found himself trailing 12-16 before ultimately succumbing to Li Shi Feng with a final score of 16-21. This outcome marked the end of Ubed’s journey at the Swiss Open 2026, as he exited the tournament in the Round of 32 following a truly memorable and hard-fought performance against a top-seeded opponent.