Chinese national badminton team player He Jiting secured a silver medal in the men’s team event at the 20th Asian Games, prompting an official congratulatory message from the Nanping Municipal Government on September 24, 2026. The squad fought through intense matches, with He delivering critical wins in the quarterfinal and semifinal rounds to help propel China into the final.
Born in February 1998 in Shaowu, Fujian, He competes internationally as a men’s doubles specialist for China. His career milestones include mixed team titles at the Asian Junior and World Junior Championships between 2014 and 2016, a Thomas Cup team runner-up finish in 2020, and the National Games men’s team title alongside a Sudirman Cup mixed team gold in 2021. He also captured a world championship silver medal in men’s doubles that same year before claiming the Thomas Cup crown in 2024 and successfully defending it in 2026, reaching a career-high world ranking of No. 4 in men’s doubles.
Municipal Government Recognition
Following the conclusion of the men’s team competition at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, the Nanping Municipal Government issued a formal letter recognizing the local athlete’s contributions. The message commended He and his teammates for their collaborative effort, competitive spirit, and the honor they brought to the country and their home region in northern Fujian.
Local sports authorities highlighted that He maintained his composure under pressure during high-stakes matches in the knockout rounds. His victories in the quarterfinals and semifinals proved vital to the Chinese delegation’s journey to the podium in the continental showcase.
Career Milestones and Progression
- 2014–2016: Claimed consecutive mixed team titles at the Asian Junior and World Junior Championships.
- 2020: Finished as a runner-up with the national squad at the Thomas Cup.
- 2021: Won the National Games men’s team gold, the Sudirman Cup mixed team title, and secured a silver medal at the World Championships in men’s doubles.
- 2024 & 2026: Won the Thomas Cup titles with the Chinese men’s team.
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