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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David Toupé: 10th French Champion Title | Bretillian

A pillar of para-badminton in France for around twenty years, David Toupé (48 years old) will end his career after the 2028 Paralympic Games. In the meantime, the native of Saint-Méen-le-Grand (Ille-et-Vilaine), who now resides in Tarbes, won his tenth French champion title in Ponts-de-Cé (Maine-et-Loire), Sunday January 25, 2026. An encouraging victory in view … Read more

Ahn Se-young vs Chen Yufei: Badminton Rankings & China’s Rise

(MHN Reporter Lee Hyun-ah) “He is in an unrivaled position” “The throne is unshakable” China has already acknowledged the overwhelming power of Ahn Se-young (Samsung Life Insurance) and has now turned to an avoidance strategy. On the 29th, Chinese sports media ‘Fengwunbongwoo’ reported, “Ahn Se-young is in a unique position where her throne cannot be … Read more

Lilli Tagger: Tennis Success in the Emirates

Austria’s tennis hope: Lilli Tagger. © APA/afp / STR The East Tyrolean Lilli Tagger is in the final of a well-endowed women’s tennis challenger in the United Arab Emirates. 30 January 2026 From: apa The 17-year-old advanced to the semi-finals on Friday with a 6:3,3:0 lead by giving up the top seeded Mexican Renata Zarazua. … Read more

NK Badminton 2026: Almere Qualifiers – Fierce Competition

Meet Boris Vermaas! In the women’s singles qualifying tournament, first seed Maureen Zewald recorded three easy victories to reach the main tournament. Leonie Rovers caused a small surprise and eliminated second-placed Florine Wille in the first qualifying round, twice 21-19. Doubles In the men’s singles, the numbers one and two on the placement list managed … Read more

DM26: Content Writer vs. VA – Focus & Win

On the second day of the 74th German Badminton Championships in Cloppenburg (Lower Saxony), the place in the quarter-finals was at stake. The women’s doubles was the last discipline to start the tournament. Amelie Lehmann (Refrath) and Selin Hübsch (Trittau) only wobbled briefly. The women’s doubles team, seeded 1st, had to fend off three set … Read more

Granollers: Spanish Badminton National Masters 2024

Spain’s Top Badminton Talent Converges for Season Opener in Granollers Granollers, Spain – Get ready for a shuttlecock showdown! The spanish badminton season ignites this weekend as Granollers hosts the highly anticipated first Absolute Master tournament. This premier event, set to unfold at the Congost Municipal Pavilion, will showcase the nation’s elite talent, with 94 … Read more