Yang Jia Min Crashes Out Early at Thailand Open as Malaysian Campaign Hits First Bump BANGKOK — It was a sobering start for the Malaysian badminton contingent on Wednesday, as top women’s singles player Yang Jia Min suffered a premature exit in the opening round of the Thailand Open. Facing off against home-crowd favorite Busanan … Read more
The Beginner’s Guide to Badminton Strings: Choosing the Right Tension and Model for 2026 Walking into a pro shop for the first time can be an overwhelming experience. You’ve got your racket, your shoes are laced, and you’re ready to hit the court. But then comes the question that stops every newcomer in their tracks: … Read more
"Shi Yuqi: The Underrated Badminton Legend Who Proved He’s the World’s Best"
Shi Yuqi Proves He’s No Paper Champion: The Redemption Story Behind China’s Badminton Resurgence By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief | Archysport Published April 28, 2026 | Beijing, China Shi Yuqi celebrates his 2025 BWF World Championships victory – the first Chinese men’s singles title in a decade. (Photo: BWF Official) BEIJING — The scoreboard read 18-20 … Read more
Judgment Awards $1 Million in Damages for Infringing Badminton Bag Design Guangzhou, China – A Chinese court has ruled that a badminton bag sold on e-commerce platforms infringed on a registered trademark, ordering the defendant to pay 1 million yuan (approximately $137,000 USD) in damages to the plaintiff. The decision, reported by the Yangcheng Evening … Read more
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has officially approved a return to the 15-point scoring system, marking a significant shift from the 21-point format that has governed international play since 2006. The decision, ratified at the BWF’s 87th Annual General Meeting held in Denmark on April 25, 2026, will see the new “3×15” format implemented globally … Read more
After-Work Fitness Boom: How Chinese Professionals Are Embracing Tennis Through Community Night Schools In China’s rapidly urbanizing centers, a quiet revolution is unfolding in community classrooms after sunset. Young professionals, long accustomed to desk-bound routines, are trading screen time for racquet time as they flock to evening fitness programs designed to counteract the physical toll … Read more
April 19, 2026 — In a display of precision and teamwork, the Sha Shi District badminton team successfully defended its title at the 2026 China Jingzhou National Historical and Cultural City Badminton Invitational, held at the Jingzhou Cultural Sports Center. The victory marks the second consecutive year the district has claimed the local group team … Read more
Shi Yuqi Defeats Li Zijun 2-0 to Reach Men’s Singles Quarterfinals at 2026 Badminton Asia Championships Shi Yuqi secured his place in the men’s singles quarterfinals at the 2026 Badminton Asia Championships with a commanding straight-sets victory over Hong Kong China’s Li Zijun on Wednesday in Ningbo, China. The world-class shuttler won 21-11, 21-10 in … Read more
Persistence Over Pedigree: Chou Tien-Chen and the Rare Art of Badminton Longevity In the high-velocity world of professional badminton, where explosive agility and raw power often define a career’s peak, Chou Tien-Chen has carved out a legacy defined by something far more durable: consistency. While the sport frequently celebrates the meteoric rise of young prodigies, … Read more
Starting Your Badminton Journey: Budget Racket Recommendations and Court Essentials There is a specific, rhythmic energy to a badminton court—the sharp whistle of a shuttlecock cutting through the air, the sudden squeak of rubber soles on a polished floor, and the satisfying crack of a well-timed smash. For many, the transition from watching from the … Read more