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Badminton World Federation says India Open schedule could 'improve' further, wants players' support

The Badminton World Federation is examining the India Open tournament's scheduling. Concerns about pollution have led to a shift from January to February. This change aims to address player complaints regarding air quality in New Delhi. The governing body is also considering player welfare in calendar adjustments. Further improvements to…

The Economic Times

BWF World Championships return to India after 17 years; Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag lead home charge

New Delhi will host the BWF World Championships 2026 starting Monday. PV Sindhu and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty will lead the Indian contingent. Sindhu aims for another medal after winning the Japan Open recently. Satwik-Chirag seeks their maiden world title after previous bronze medals. Lakshya Sen also represents India in men's…

The Economic Times

Worlds Apart: Indian badminton's medal hopes rise against global competition

India hosts the BWF World Championships with a strong medal-winning legacy. Chinese dominance has waned, creating an open field for many contenders. Indian players like PV Sindhu and Satwik-Chirag aim for podium finishes. The men's singles category presents a challenging and unpredictable draw for all. The tournament promises exciting matches…

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BAI, SAI give IG Stadium major facelift ahead of BWF World Championships

Organizers have upgraded the Indira Gandhi Stadium for the upcoming BWF World Championships. Extensive anti-bird measures and structural improvements were implemented to prevent past embarrassments. New systems and non-toxic gels will keep birds and insects away from the venue. Officials are also coordinating with local authorities to manage stray animals…

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From Olympic bronze with Sindhu to back-to-back Super 300s, coach Park Tae-Sang's next act takes shape

Coach Park Tae-Sang celebrates two Super 300 titles won by young Indian players. He aims to develop a new generation of Indian badminton stars for future success. The focus now shifts to qualifying for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. Players must improve endurance, mental strength, and on-court speed significantly.…

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Ashmita Chaliha beats Han Qian Xi to win maiden BWF World Tour title at Korea Masters

Ashmita Chaliha clinched her maiden BWF World Tour title by defeating China’s fourth-seeded Han Qian Xi 14-21, 21-14, 21-14 in the Korea Masters Super 300 final. The 26-year-old Indian overcame a slow start and a closely contested decider to complete a remarkable comeback following her knee injury and rehabilitation.

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Delhi eyes Badminton World Championship redemption with no more bird droppings, stray animals

Organizers assure a smoother spectacle for the upcoming World Championships. Preparations are on track after addressing past venue cleanliness concerns. Monsoon weather will bring better air quality than the previous event. Animal control measures have been strengthened with new entry systems.

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Will wipe off few players, benefit few others: Pullela Gopichand on badminton's new scoring system

Badminton's scoring system will change from 21x3 to 15x3 next year. Coach Pullela Gopichand believes this shift will significantly impact players' strategies and performance. The new format will emphasize speed, power, and mental strength for all competitors. Doubles players are expected to experience the most critical changes in their game.…

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Kidambi Srikanth retires hurt as India endures Canada Open setback

Kidambi Srikanth retired early from the Canada Open due to fitness issues, while Tanya Hemnath and Aakarshi Kashyap advanced to the women's singles second round. It was a tough day for India as most other shuttlers, including Devika Sihag and Anmol Kharb, were eliminated in the opening rounds. The men's…

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BWF shifts India Open Super 750 to February 2027; tournament returns to traditional January slot in 2028

The India Open Super 750 badminton tournament is moving to February for the 2027 season, from February 2-7 in New Delhi, due to player concerns about air quality and venue conditions in January. It will revert to its traditional January slot in 2028. The BWF is also introducing a new…

The Economic Times

Satwik-Chirag end title drought with maiden Singapore Open crown

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have won their first Singapore Open title. They defeated Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling final. This victory marks their ninth career World Tour crown and their first title in two years. The world number four pair showed…

The Economic Times

How the Bendigo writers’ festival’s code of conduct caused a walkout and claims of censorship

The last-minute code of conduct and the backlash are the latest in a string of controversies ‘symptomatic of the current environment’ in the arts

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Watch BWF World Tour Badminton Finals 2024: free live stream, online, draw, schedule

All the ways to watch the BWF World Tour Badminton Finals 2024 online and from anywhere as the world's best players battle for glory in Hangzhou, China.

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BWF World Tour Finals 2024: live stream badminton online from anywhere, finals order of play, schedule

The 2024 BWF World Tour Finals badminton live stream concludes with Anders Antonsen vs Shi Yuqi and Wang Zhiyi vs Han Yue — here's how to watch from anywhere.

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PV Sindhu finally reveals her plans for 2028 LA Olympics

NEW DELHI: Insisting that she still has a lot to offer and potential to win many more titles on the demanding BWF circuit, star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu on Friday said the 2028 Los Angeles Games remains on her radar.

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Coach tells of pride in Nigeria's historic para badminton bronze

Nigeria-born Mariam Eniola Bolaji and her Spanish coach were celebrating the athlete's bronze medal success in the para badminton on Tuesday – a first for an African player.

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Ace shuttler Lakshya Sen heads to Austria for physical assessment

Lakshya Sen, India's 22-year-old badminton star from the recently concluded Paris Olympics, left for Austria on Sunday in order to get assessed and optimize his physical condition for the upcoming BWF tournaments.

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Para shuttler Pramod Bhagat heartbroken as he is set to miss Paris Paralympics

KOLKATA: “His period of ineligibility is now in effect,” ended the Badminton World Federation statement on Tuesday announcing the 18-month suspension of Indian star para shuttler Pramod Bhagat for whereabouts failure.

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Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty face must-win match after cancellation of second group game at Paris Olympics

NEW DELHI: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, the Indian men's doubles pair, must win their next match at the Paris Olympics after their second Group C game against Germany was canceled.

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Lakshya Sen's opening win at Paris Olympics to be 'deleted' after Kevin Cordon's withdrawal due to injury

NEW DELHI: Star Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen's victory over Kevin Cordon in the opening men's singles Group L match at the Paris Olympics will not be counted as the Guatemalan has withdrawn from the competition due to a left elbow injury, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) announced.

The Times of India

Paris Olympics: Satwik-Chirag get a favourable draw

HYDERABAD: Top Indian doubles shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were placed in Group C and are expected to reach the quarterfinals without breaking any sweat.

The Times of India

Satwik-Chirag got a decent draw for Paris Olympics, says India's chief coach Pullela Gopichand

HYDERABAD: Top Indian doubles shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were placed in Group C and are expected to reach the quarterfinals without breaking any sweat.

The Times of India

No visa forces Lakshya Sen to pull out of Canada Open

BENGALURU: Indian badminton ace Lakshya Sen's plans to defend his title at this week's Canada Open, a BWF World Tour Super 500 tournament, came to a nought because his application for a visa got stuck at the High Commission of Canada in New Delhi.

The Times of India

13 Indian para-shuttlers, including champion Krishna Nagar, qualify for Paris Paralympics

NEW DELHI: A total of 13 Indian para-shuttlers, including the reigning champion Krishna Nagar, have secured qualification for the upcoming Paris Paralympics, as confirmed by the Badminton World Federation (BWF).

The Times of India

Para badminton player Aarti Patil makes a strong comeback from injury, winning bronze in Bahrain

Punit Balan Group-supported Para-badminton player Aarti Patil made a bronze medal winning return to international circuit after a leg injury that had kept her out of action for months and she is now aiming for a top-10 ranking by August to be eligible to play Level 1 tournaments on the…

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