Fu Haifeng
Zhang has a more achievement with Zhao in the mixed doubles event rather than with Chai. Zhang and Zhao won Japan Open title after compatriot Tao Jiaming and Tian Qing 21–19 and 22–20. Meanwhile, Zhang and Chai's journey in Tokyo was ended by seniors Cai Yun and Fu Haifeng in the semi-finals, losing 17–21 and 16–21.