Badminton News

Badminton: India Handed Relatively Easy Draw In Thomas And Uber Cup Final

The Indian men's team has been placed in Group C alongside 2016 champions Denmark, Germany and Algeria, while the women's side has been clubbed with 14-time winners China, France and Germany in group D in the draw.

Badminton's China, Japan Opens Cancelled Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

Badminton World Federation announced the cancellation of the China Open as well as Japan Open due to the coronavirus pandemic.

PV Sindhu Says Beating Olympic Champion Li Xuerui In 2012 Was Turning Point Of Her Career

PV Sindhu said beating the then reigning Olympic champion Li Xuerui at the China Open in 2012 strengthened her resolve to succeed in the senior circuit.

Pullela Gopichand Expects Badminton To Flourish In India In Years To Come

The inspiring success of PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal at the global level has made badminton the most flourishing sport in India in the last decade, national chief coach Pullela Gopichand said on Sunday.

Badminton World Federation Approves Proposal To Ensure Geographical, Gender Representation In Its Council

The BWF said the approved changes to the constitution ensures at least 30 percent of each gender on Council.

BWF Cancels China Masters, Dutch Open Due To COVID-19 Pandemic

The BWF cancelled two more international tournaments -- China Masters and Dutch Open -- from its revamped 2020 calender because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chinese Badminton Superstar Lin Dan Announces Retirement

Lin Dan announced his retirement in a social media post on Saturday, thanking his family and fans.

Japan Badminton Star Kento Momota "Fully Recovered" After Car Crash

The accident, which happened hours after Kento Momota won the Malaysia Masters, killed the driver of the vehicle taking him to Kuala Lumpur airport.

BAI Plans Training Camp in Hyderabad From July 1, No Domestic Event Till September

Top Indian shuttlers, including PV Sindhu, will be able to hit the courts from July 1 if the state government gives a green light to the Badminton Association of India (BAI) for organising a national camp in Hyderabad.

HS Prannoy Apologises To Badminton Association Of India For His Outburst

HS Prannoy has apologised to the Badminton Association of India (BAI) for his scathing attack on the national federation after it did not recommend him for the Arjuna Award.

Saina Nehwal Recalls "Special Moment" As Athletes Celebrate International Olympic Day

The world is celebrating the International Olympic Day on Tuesday.

PV Sindhu Says Sports Can Help Win Battle Against COVID-19 Pandemic

PV Sindhu said it is important to follow the recommendations of the World health Organisation (WHO) and spend some time for physical activity.

Pullela Gopichand Recommends HS Prannoy For Arjuna Award

Pullela Gopichand recommended HS Prannoy for the Arjuna Award in his capacity as a Khel Ratna Award recipient.

BAI Recommends Kidambi Srikanth For Khel Ratna After Apology, HS Prannoy Show-Caused For Outburst

The Badminton Association of India on Friday recommended Kidambi Srikanth for the Khel Ratna and show-caused HS Prannoy for slamming the federation after not being nominated for the Arjuna honour.

Hyderabad Open, Scheduled For August, Cancelled Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

The Badminton World Federation said that they and Badminton Association of India agreed to cancel the Hyderabad Open 2020 tournament.

"Same Old Story": HS Prannoy Slams Arjuna Award Selection Criteria

HS Prannoy has hit out at the Badminton Association of India (BAI) and has questioned the selection criteria for the Arjuna Award.

World Junior Championships Rescheduled To January Next Year: Badminton's Governing Body

The Badminton World Federation (BWF) confirmed that the World Junior Championships will now be held from January 18 to 24 next year.

BWF Extends Qualification Period For Tokyo Olympics 2020 Till Next Year

Badminton World Federation said an extended qualification period for the Tokyo Olympics will be introduced next year and ranking points earned at tournaments during the original qualification phase will be maintained.