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A global feather shortage is pushing badminton toward a surprising solution: synthetic shuttlecocks. The shift could make the beloved sport more sustainable while solving supply chain headaches.
The world's badminton governing body is testing synthetic shuttlecocks after feather prices soared due to bird flu and the sport's growing popularity. The innovation could make the beloved game more affordable and sustainable for millions of players worldwide.
Spanish badminton legend Carolina Marín announced her retirement after a career that saw her become the first non-Asian woman to win Olympic gold in the sport. Her journey from a flamenco dancer in Huelva to world champion inspired a generation and proved champions can emerge from anywhere.
National badminton coach Gopi Chand is pushing for a game-changing shift in Indian education. His message: physical activity should be as essential as math or science in every classroom.
Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen battled through a grueling 97-minute semifinal with an 86-shot rally and visible cramps to reach his second All England final. The match showcased pure determination as Sen refused to quit despite hobbling between smashes.
India's Paralympic champion Pramod Bhagat just won his sixth world championship gold medal in para badminton, surpassing his childhood idol Lin Dan's five world titles. After a disappointing Paris 2024, the 37-year-old is proving that setbacks can fuel comebacks.
Malaysian para badminton legend Cheah Liek Hou delayed his Chinese New Year celebrations to chase his 9th singles world title in Bahrain. The 37-year-old returned home with two more gold medals, bringing his remarkable world championship total to 16.
World number two Eniola Bolaji is leading Nigeria's three-athlete team to the Para-Badminton World Championships, fresh off a commanding gold medal win in Egypt. The Paralympic bronze medallist and her teammates are riding high after intensive training and strong government backing.
India's badminton teams are celebrating early victories at the Badminton Asia Team Championships, with both squads securing their places in the quarterfinals. The men fought through a nail-biting match while the women dominated their opponents.
Two friends in India launched Do Culture after struggling to find beginner-friendly sports spaces for adult women. The community has already helped dozens of women play football and badminton for the first time in judgment-free sessions.
Devika Sihag just became only the third Indian woman ever to win a BWF Super 300 badminton title, joining legends PV Sindhu and Saina Nehwal. The 20-year-old from Haryana dominated at the Thailand Masters, marking a breakthrough moment in her rising career.
Devika Sihag made badminton history by fighting back from five game points down to reach her first BWF Super 300 final at the Thailand Masters. The unseeded Indian player turned an almost certain defeat into a stunning comeback victory over the world's 35th-ranked player.
Rising badminton star Devika Sihag, 20, defeated world No. 16 Supanida Katethong at the Thailand Masters, claiming her first career win against a top 20 opponent. After months of heartbreaking third-set losses, the Punjab athlete is finally breaking through on the international stage.
Chinese badminton player He Bingjiao brought a Spanish flag pin to the Paris 2024 podium to honor Carolina Marín, who was forced to withdraw from their match due to a knee injury. The touching tribute showed that sometimes the greatest Olympic moments aren't about who wins, but how champions honor each other.
World No. 2 para badminton player Eniola Bolaji dominated the 2026 Egypt International Championship, defeating Turkey's world No. 7 in the final without dropping a single set. The Nigerian Paralympic bronze medalist swept through five matches in Cairo, proving once again why she's Africa's top player.
Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal credits her parents' approach to discipline, not talent alone, for her championship mindset. Her insights on raising confident children offer a refreshing take on modern parenting.