Cesson-Sévigné, France – October 26, 2025 – The YONEX French Open 2025 is set for a thrilling conclusion today, culminating in a high-stakes Men’s Singles final that pits French home favorite Christo Popov against Danish powerhouse Anders Antonsen. The final day of action at the Glaz Arena promises fireworks as champions are crowned across all five categories following a week of intense, and at times, dramatic upsets.
The Men’s Singles final is already historic: Popov’s run to the final marks the first time a French player has contested the final in Rennes in two decades, securing his place by overcoming Thailand’s former world champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn in straight, tight games (21-11, 22-20) in a packed Saturday semifinal. He now faces the tournament’s second seed, Anders Antonsen, who fought through a physical battle against China’s Li Shi Feng in his own semifinal.
In the Women’s Singles, the Republic of Korea’s reigning Olympic champion, An Se-young, remains firmly on course to defend her title. She successfully navigated a grueling semifinal against China’s Chen Yufei, prevailing in a hard-fought three-game contest to set up a final showdown with China’s Wang Zhiyi, who defeated her compatriot Han Yue.
The Doubles events have also delivered upsets, setting up fascinating finals, including a Men’s Doubles clash between the determined Indonesian pair Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Shohibul Fikri and South Korea’s world No. 1 duo Seo Seung-jae/Kim Won-ho.
YONEX French Open 2025 Finals Schedule – Sunday, October 26
| MATCH | DISCIPLINE | TIME (Local) | COURT | PLAYERS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MATCH 1 | XD – Final | 11:00 AM | Court 1 | 🇹🇭 Dechapol PUAVARANUKROH / Sapsiree TAERATTANACHAI (3) vs. 🇨🇳 FENG Yanzhe / HUANG Dongping (2) |
| MATCH 2 | WS – Final | Followed by (Est. 12:40 PM) | Court 1 | 🇰🇷 An Se-young (1) vs. 🇨🇳 WANG Zhiyi (4) |
| MATCH 3 | WD – Final | Followed by (Est. 1:40 PM) | Court 1 | 🇯🇵 YUKI Fukushima / Mayu MATSUMOTO (7) vs. 🇨🇳 LI Yijing (8) / LUO Xumin (6) |
| MATCH 4 | MD – Final | Followed by (Est. 1:30 PM) | Court 1 | 🇰🇷 KIM Won-ho / SEO Seung-jae (1) vs. 🇮🇩 Fajar ALFIAN / Muhammad Shohibul FIKRI (8) |
| MATCH 5 | MS – Final | Followed by (Est. 3:20 PM) | Court 1 | 🇫🇷 Christo POPOV (8) vs. 🇩🇰 Anders ANTONSEN (2) |
Note: Times are approximate and subject to change based on match duration.
Tune In: Your Guide to the YONEX French Open 2025 Finals
With the finals scheduled for Sunday, October 26th, fans globally can follow the action using the extensive broadcast network detailed previously. Here is a reminder of where to catch the concluding matches in key international markets:
| Territory | Key Broadcaster / Platform | Notes |
| FRANCE (Home Market) | L’Equipe | Catch the home hero Christo Popov live on La chaîne L’Equipe or their online stream. |
| DENMARK | TV2 Sport / TV2 Play | Direct coverage for fans eager to see if Antonsen can claim the title. |
| GERMANY | SportEurope.tv | Providing dedicated live coverage across the territory. |
| USA | Court Sports Network | The dedicated channel for badminton fans in North America. |
| INDIA | JioStar / BWF TV | Check local JioStar channels; BWF TV may be available depending on geo-restrictions. |
| CHINA | BestTV / CCTV Affiliates | Extensive coverage via various BestTV digital and cable channels. |
| WORLDWIDE | BWF TV / Olympic Channel | For territories without a dedicated partner, BWF TV remains the primary global streaming source. |
The competition remains fierce even in the final round. Antonsen holds a one-win advantage in his head-to-head record against the rising star Popov, ensuring a tense atmosphere at the Glaz Arena. Tune in to witness which athlete will seize the prestigious YONEX French Open 2025 title!