World Athletics modifies rules governing shoe technology
The World Athletics announced revisions to the rules governing the shoe technology to provide greater clarity to athletes and the shoe manufacturers around the world and to protect the integrity of the sport. These amendments are based on the ongoing discussions with the working group…
Importance of Strength Training in Badminton
Badminton is a physically demanding sport that requires hand-eye coordination, flexibility, and peak physical fitness to endure long rallies and matches. Nearly all muscles in our body are used while playing badminton. Playing badminton involves an amalgamation of upper and lower body strength. While the…
BWF approves 30% gender representation in Council
The BWF recently staged its 81st BWF Annual General Meeting from Copenhagen. During its virtual meeting, it approved the proposal to ensure geographical and gender representation on the BWF Council by establishing a framework that guarantees global board representation and minimum representation of each gender. Specifically, the…
5 Interesting Facts about Lin Dan
Lin Dan, mostly referred to as ‘Super Dan’ is one of the greatest badminton players the World has ever seen. The legend has won all badminton titles in his 20 years career. Overall, he has won 64 singles titles and was second in 22 other…
Lee Chong Wei writes a poem on Lin Dan’s retirement! Read here.
Two-time Olympic champion Lin Dan announced his retirement via social media last week. The Chinese shuttler also thanked his family and fans, but the badminton fraternity would be disappointed at not having one last look at him. This also means that he would not participate…
Phogat Sisters: The Wrestling Revolution of India
The Phogat Sisters have defined India in the World of Wrestling. The six sisters are all wrestlers and come from the State of Haryana. In the order of the date of birth, they are Geeta, Babita, Priyanka, Ritu, Vinesh, and Sangita (descending order). While Geeta,…
The Highs and Lows of Jwala Gutta’s Career
Jwala Gutta, an International doubles badminton player, and two times Olympian is one of the most decorated players of her time. Well, she is one of the most prominent doubles players of India who has helped to increase the importance of doubles recognition in India….
Prakash Padukone: A Turning Point in Indian Badminton
Prakash Padukone, a Badminton legend, was a turning point in India concerning badminton. After he won the All England Championships in 1980, he defined the word ‘badminton’ in India. Also, he was the first Indian to claim the prestigious title. He beat two of the…
PV Sindhu vs Nozomi Okuhara: An Exemplary Rivalry in Women’s Badminton
PV Sindhu and Nozomi Okuhara have always produced cliffhangers in their recent matches, and their close head to head record underlines their competitiveness. While they both give each other tough competition, they are contrasting figures having different styles of play. Sindhu is almost a foot…
Peter Gade: The Living Badminton Legend
Peter Gade is a retired Danish badminton player. Born 14th December 1976, in Denmark, he was one of the most skillful and deceptive players to have graced the sport. To date, he remains the badminton legend residing in the hearts of every badminton aficionado. …