Caine’s Badminton Debut: Fiji’s Rising Star

From trying badminton as a leisure activity less than three years ago, 21-year-old Aiden Caine is now set to make his national debut at the Oceania Championships next month.

The former student of Saint Thomas High School and Yat Sen Secondary School says he first picked up a racquet while waiting for swimming practice to start, having been part of both schools’ swim teams during high school.

Caine adds that shortly after trying the sport, he knew he wanted to pursue it seriously.

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“Training has been coming along well. We had a camp last month, and I am really excited to represent the country for the first time.”

The Oceania Championships will be held in Auckland, New Zealand, from February 8 to 12, giving Caine his first opportunity to test his preparation on the international stage.

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James Whitfield

James Whitfield is Archysport's racket sports and golf specialist, bringing a global perspective to tennis, badminton, and golf coverage. Based between London and Singapore, James has covered Grand Slam tournaments, BWF World Tour events, and major golf championships on five continents. His reporting combines on-the-ground access with deep knowledge of the technical and strategic elements that separate elite athletes from the rest of the field. James is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, giving him unique access to athletes across the global tennis and badminton circuits.

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