The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is proposing a major change to its rules, introducing a 25-second time clock between rallies in an effort to streamline matches and ensure continuous play. The new system, which would be implemented at select major championships and World Tour tournaments starting in 2026, aims to replace the current, more subjective…
World badminton will be without one of its biggest stars at the TotalEnergies BWF World Championships 2025, as two-time world champion Viktor Axelsen has announced his withdrawal from the competition. The Danish player shared the news on August 7, 2025, on his Instagram story, citing the need for more rehabilitation time following surgery. Axelsen, a…
The 2025 Macau Open, a prestigious Super 300 tournament, concluded with a series of captivating finals, offering high-stakes drama and crowning new champions. With an impressive total prize pool of $370,000, the event showcased a mix of seasoned veterans and rising stars, all vying for glory on the international stage. The men’s singles final was…
The 2025 Northern Marianas Open (also known as the Crowne Plaza Northern Marianas Open 2025 for sponsorship reasons) is a badminton tournament that will be held at the Gilbert C Ada Gymnasium in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, from August 5 to August 10, 2025. It is the 3rd edition of the Northern Marianas Open championships….
The badminton world is buzzing with anticipation as two of the sport’s biggest stars, Viktor Axelsen and Lee Zii Jia, are set to make their return to the BWF World Tour at the Hong Kong Open 2025. Both players, sidelined by injuries, have registered for the Super 500 tournament in September using their Protected Rankings,…
The Macau Open 2025 has reached its thrilling climax, with five captivating finals set to take place on Sunday, August 3rd. Badminton fans are eagerly anticipating a day of high-octane action, as a stellar lineup of international players vies for the coveted titles. The finals will commence at 12:00 PM Macau time, which is the…
The excitement is soaring for Indian badminton fans as Lakshya Sen, the country’s ace shuttler, has powered his way into the semifinals of the Macau Open 2025. This marks a significant milestone for Sen as he aims to reach his first final of the year. Sen’s journey to the semifinals has been nothing short of…
Badminton fans in Malaysia and Singapore are in for a treat as the 2025 Macau Open enters its final two days of competition. The semifinals and finals, which are scheduled for Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3, respectively, are set to feature some of the world’s best players battling for the title. For those…
The tension is building as the 2025 Macau Open enters its penultimate day, with the world’s top badminton players vying for a spot in the finals. The semifinals are set to deliver a day of thrilling action, showcasing incredible skill, strategy, and determination. Fans can expect to see some highly anticipated matchups across both courts,…