The final lineup of 16 teams competing in the TotalEnergies BWF Sudirman Cup Finals 2025 has been confirmed, with Czechia securing a spot following the withdrawal of Germany and subsequent refusals by Spain and the Netherlands.
Germany Declines, Czechia Steps In
Initially, Germany had qualified as one of the semifinalists at the European Mixed Team Championships. However, after declining the invitation, the opportunity was passed to Spain and then the Netherlands, both of whom also declined. Czechia, the next highest-ranked European team, accepted the invitation to participate in the prestigious mixed team badminton championship.
Event Details and Qualification Path
The 19th edition of the BWF Sudirman Cup Finals will take place in Xiamen, China, from 27 April to 4 May 2025. Teams qualified based on different criteria, including previous champions, host nation privileges, continental championship performances, and global team ranking points as of 18 February 2025.
The qualifiers include:
- Asian Mixed Team Championships Semifinalists: Indonesia, China, Thailand, Japan
- European Mixed Team Championships Semifinalists: Denmark, France, England, and originally Germany (replaced by Czechia)
- Continental Champions: Algeria (Africa), Australia (Oceania), Canada (Pan Am)
- Additional Asian Teams: Korea and Malaysia (gained spots due to China qualifying as both hosts and defending champions)
- Ranking-Based Qualifiers: Chinese Taipei, India, Hong Kong China
With this final lineup set, fans eagerly await the group stage draw, scheduled for 13 March 2025, which will determine the tournament’s initial matchups and potential paths to the championship.
The Sudirman Cup remains one of the most prestigious events in badminton, showcasing intense mixed-team competition from around the world. Czechia’s inclusion adds another layer of excitement as they join the world’s best in vying for badminton supremacy.
