Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah Reaches Semifinals of French Open 2026
October 27, 2026 ·
Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah, known as Ubed, managed to reach the semifinals of the 2026 French Open for the first time at Super 750 level, after defeating Chi Yu Jen. He will face Alex Lanier in the semifinals.
Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah Reaches Semifinals of French Open 2026
According to Sport.
Background
Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah, who is familiarly called Ubed, is a 19 year old young badminton player who is showing rapid development in the world of badminton. The semifinal achievement at the 2026 French Open is the first achievement at the Super 750 level, which confirms his position as one of the promising talents in Indonesia.
Why this is important
Moh's achievements. Zaki Ubaidillah's success in reaching the semifinals of the 2026 French Open marked an important milestone in his career. This shows the great potential he has at the Super 750 level, which could influence his season outlook going forward. This achievement also adds a sweet note to Ubed this year, providing more motivation to face the next challenge.
Main Points
- Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah Reaches Semifinals of French Open 2026.
- Zaki Ubaidillah, known as Ubed, managed to reach the semifinals of the 2026 French Open for the first time at Super 750 level, after defeating Chi Yu Jen.
- Ubed Reaches Semifinals of French Open 2026, Adds Sweet Notes This Year.
Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah, who is familiarly called Ubed, made a new history in his badminton career by reaching the semifinals of the French Open 2026 for the first time at the Super 750 level. Ubed managed to secure a ticket to the semifinals after defeating Taiwan's representative, Chi Yu Jen, in a match which took place at the Paris Grand Arena on Friday (23/10/2026). In that match, Ubed won two straight games with a score of 21-15, 21-13.
This achievement is a proud achievement for the 19 year old badminton player. Ubed felt grateful and stated that this semifinal was part of his growing career journey. "The first semifinal at Super 750 level is another part of my achievements this year," he said in a statement through the federation.
Ubed expressed his gratitude for the support he received, and admitted that he always tries to learn from every match he plays. "I continue to evaluate every time I win or lose, and try to learn lessons from every opportunity," he added.
The match against Chi Yu Jen did not go smoothly for Ubed, he was behind 10-13 in the first game before finally managing to win the game. After the interval, Ubed increased the tempo of the game and focused on staying in line with the plan that had been set. He also suffered a slight injury in the middle of the first game, but after receiving treatment, he managed to recover and dominate the game.
"After the interval, I continued to increase the tempo of the game, and tried to strengthen my concentration to be able to play according to plan. In the first game, I was injured, but after being given help, it seemed like my opponent lost concentration, so I was able to gain a lot of points afterwards," explained Ubed.
In the semifinals of the 2026 French Open, Ubed will face the host's representative, Alex Lanier, who is also the seventh seeded badminton player. Lanier advanced to the semifinals after defeating fellow French player, Toma Junior Popov, with a score of 16-21, 21-16, 21-16.
Ubed admitted that he was inspired by a number of world badminton legends such as Taufik Hidayat, Lin Dan, and Lee Chong Wei. However, he also paid special attention to Alex Lanier's career development. "Taufik Hidayat, Lin Dan and Lee Chong Wei are my role models. Their journey has been an inspiration since I was little. But now I see Alex Lanier as a player who has had a very good career," said Ubed.
Facing Lanier in the semifinals, Ubed plans to play freely and focus on giving his best performance without being burdened by the final result. "Tomorrow I meet Toma or Alex, both hosts, so I feel there is nothing to think about other than giving my best," stressed Ubed.
What happened next
Ubed is now preparing to face Alex Lanier in the semifinals, which will be a tough test for him. It is hoped that this match will have a significant match impact, both for Ubed and for Indonesian badminton fans. With his performance continuing to improve, Ubed has the potential to continue his brilliant journey in this tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Moh facing? Zaki Ubaidillah in the semifinals of the French Open 2026?
Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah faces Chi Yu Jen from Taiwan in the semifinals of the French Open 2026.
What is the score of the match between Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah and Chi Yu Jen?
Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah won with a score of 21-15, 21-13.
What impact will this victory have on Moh's career? Zaki Ubaidillah?
This victory is Moh's first achievement. Zaki Ubaidillah in the semifinals at Super 750 level and added to his sweet career record this year.
When will the 2026 French Open semifinal matches take place?
The 2026 French Open semifinal match will take place on Friday, October 23 2026.
What Moh said. Zaki Ubaidillah after winning?
Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah felt grateful and stated that this semifinal was part of his growing career journey.