The victors of the VICTOR Oceania Championships have finally been crowned. From incredibly dominant performances to superhuman displays of determination, there was no shortage of action today.
The standout match of the day belongs to the men’s singles. Over 78 gruelling minutes, Shrey Dhand (AUS) and Edward Lau (NZL) gritted their teeth and tested their limits chasing the title. Incredible rallies followed, with both players gasping for air between hits. In the ultimate test of mental and physical strength, both players deserve recognition, it was Dhand who stood atop the podium in the end. The final score was 22-20, 21-17, 21-13.
“I got the silver, I got the bronze, I had to get the gold to complete the set,” Dhand said. “I knew inside that I could push through, no matter how tired I was.”
While many other players had their loved ones on the sidelines, Dhand dedicated his win to his biggest supporter back home.
“This one is for my mum, she’s been a bit sick, she’s in the hospital. This one is for you mum, thanks for the support.”
Women’s Singles
Last year’s women’s singles final may have been a marathon match, but Shaunna Li made sure that history would not repeat itself. In her second final against Tiffany Ho (AUS) in two years, Li dictated the match from the first serve. While Ho tried to find her place in the match, Li’s intensity made that almost impossible. In a matter of less than 40 minutes, Shaunna Li secured the 2026 crown with a score of 21-14, 21-14.
Not only that, but to win another title at home with those she cares about in the stands made all the difference.
“My friends are so supportive of me and everyone is so busy, so I am so grateful that they were able to make their way here and watch me play,” Li said. “It means the world.”
Women’s Doubles
Gronya Somerville/Angela Yu (AUS) showed their experience throughout the women’s doubles final. Dominating from start to finish, they completed a successful title defence to go back-to-back. Berry Ng/Amanda Ting (NZL) fell short of what would have been a fairytale finish but defied all expectations and made their country proud in the process. Final score 21-9, 21-9.
Men’s Doubles
The men’s doubles match was a relentless display from Rizky Hidayat/Jack Yu (AUS). While the 21-17, 21-9 score didn’t reflect the quality of the rallies, the Australian pair ultimately proved too strong for Chris Benzie/Dylan Soedjasa (NZL). An Oceania debut for Hidayat, he felt proud to secure the title today.
“I feel so amazing,” Hidayat said. “I am very proud of my partner, he covered me a lot!”
Mixed Doubles
Angela Yu returned to the court for the mixed doubles final. Alongside her partner, Andika Ramadiansyah (AUS), the pair battled Ricky Cheng/Natalie Ting (NZL). Playing on your opponents’ homecourt is always difficult, and this match proved it. While the Australians stretched to a first game win, Cheng/Ting were willed on by support from the crowd, finding more energy with every point and every cheer. However, Ramadiansyah/Yu’s managed to hold on to close out the match 21-13, 21-16.
