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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.
Indian badminton player Ayush Shetty, just 20, defeated three of the world's top seven players at the Asia Championships, signaling a bright new era for Indian badminton. His towering 6-foot-4 frame delivers power smashes that even the best players can't counter.
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.
India's men's badminton team earned a bronze medal at the Thomas Cup Finals after a hard-fought tournament run. The team's semifinal finish marks a strong showing on the international stage.
Badminton is getting a green upgrade as the sport tackles a global feather shortage with innovative synthetic shuttlecocks. The move solves supply issues while opening doors to a more sustainable future for the beloved game.
Denmark's Viktor Axelsen, the most decorated Olympic singles badminton player in history with two golds and one bronze, is closing the book on an unprecedented career. The 32-year-old became the only non-Asian athlete to dominate the sport at the Olympic level in over two decades.
The Badminton World Federation voted 198-43 to shorten matches from 21 to 15 points per game, aiming to reduce injuries and create more exciting finishes. The new format launches January 2027 after years of player complaints about punishing schedules.
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.
Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu just became one of the few active players to earn a voting seat on badminton's global governing body. She's now leading the charge to amplify athlete voices in how the sport is run worldwide.
Victor Lai overcame a roaring home crowd to defeat Indonesia's favorite player in Jakarta, capturing his first major badminton championship. The young Canadian stayed calm under pressure to win the Indonesia Open in straight games.
Elite badminton players are fine-tuning their racquets with precise string tensions to gain a competitive edge. The science behind string tightness is transforming how athletes approach their game.
Akane Yamaguchi shattered the myth that only tall players can dominate badminton, proving technique and strategy beat height every time. The Japanese champion's signature move? Sky-high tosses that exhaust even the tallest opponents.
After nearly two years of injuries and heartbreaking losses, India's top men's doubles badminton pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty finally broke through with a historic Singapore Open victory. They became the first Indian duo ever to win the tournament, defeating Indonesia's team in a thrilling three-game final.
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 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.
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.
New Zealand equestrian Tim Price rode to second place at the prestigious Badminton Horse Trials just three weeks after breaking his shoulder in an e-bike accident. The world No. 2 partnered with his longtime horse Falco to deliver a flawless final round despite the injury.
Young badminton player Ayush Shetty delivered a breakthrough performance at the Thomas Cup in Denmark, defeating China's Weng Hong Yang with a masterful mix of power and finesse. His victory signals a bright future for Indian badminton.
India's Paralympic gold medalist Krishna Nagar defeated France's home champion Charles Noakes in straight games to claim the Men's Singles SH6 title at the French Para Badminton International 2026. The victory capped a dominant tournament for India's para badminton team, bringing home multiple medals across all categories.
Ayush Shetty just became only the second Indian man ever to reach the Badminton Asia Championships final, defeating three top-10 players along the way. Olympic medalist PV Sindhu calls him "a generational talent" after training with the rising star.
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