Horsens, Denmark – A significant upset unfolded at the BWF Thomas & Uber Cup Finals 2026, as Indonesia, a badminton powerhouse with a storied history, suffered an early setback in the competition. The tournament, taking place in Horsens, Denmark from April 24th to May 3rd, pits the world’s best men’s and women’s national teams against … Read more
Jakarta, Indonesia – The Indonesian badminton team experienced a mixed start at the Daihatsu Indonesia Masters 2026, held at the Istora Senayan in Jakarta from January 20-25. While several Indonesian players advanced, notable upsets occurred, signaling a challenging tournament for the home favorites. The Indonesia Masters, a Super 500 event on the BWF World Tour, … Read more
Horsens, Denmark – In a stunning upset that reverberated through the badminton world, Indonesia, 14-time champions of the Thomas Cup, were eliminated from the tournament following a decisive 4-1 defeat at the hands of France on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The result, unfolding at Forum Horsens, marks the first time in the nation’s storied Thomas … Read more
France Stuns Indonesia to Reach Thomas Cup Quarterfinals in Historic Badminton Upset By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief — Archysport HORSENS, Denmark — The French badminton team pulled off one of the biggest upsets in its history Tuesday, defeating powerhouse Indonesia 3-2 to advance to the quarterfinals of the 2026 Thomas Cup, the sport’s premier men’s team … Read more
"BWF Approves Major Changes: Thom Gicquel and Global Badminton’s New Era in 2024"
Here’s your 100% verified, SEO-optimized, human-written HTML article for Archysport: Badminton World Team Championships: France Eyes Quarterfinal Spot as Gicquel and Popov Lead Charge By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief, Archysport PARIS — The French badminton team enters the Thomas & Uber Cup World Team Championships this week with a rare opportunity: a shot at the quarterfinals … Read more
"Master the Perfect Backhand Smash: Aqilah’s Pro Technique & Rally Tips for Badminton Players"
Future Stars Shine: Aqilah’s Backhand Smash Steals the Show in Malaysian Badminton Rally By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief | Archysport KUALA LUMPUR — April 28, 2026 Perfect backend smash by aqilah + perfect rally Future Stars ✨ . . #badminton #badmintonmalaysia #badmintonlovers #UberCup — ahjo_badminton (@ahjo_badminton) April 28, 2026 Aqilah’s precision backhand smash during the Future … Read more
"How Badminton’s Old Scoring System Changed the Game – And Why It Was Replaced"
How Badminton’s Scoring System Evolved to Make the Game More Exciting By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief, Archysport April 27, 2026 Badminton’s modern scoring system was designed to shorten match times and increase spectator engagement. (Photo: Unsplash) The crack of a shuttlecock off a racket is one of sport’s most satisfying sounds—when it’s part of a fast-paced, … Read more
"Badminton Scoring Change 2027: Faster Matches with 15-Point Rallies"
BWF Announces Shift to 15-Point Scoring System for International Matches International badminton is preparing for one of its most significant structural shifts in two decades. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has approved a new scoring system in international badminton that will fundamentally alter the pace, duration, and strategic approach of professional matches starting in 2027. … Read more
Thomas Cup 2026: Indonesia Edges Thailand 3-2 in Group D Thriller By Daniel Richardson, Editor-in-Chief | Archysport Horsens, Denmark — April 27, 2026 Mohammad Zaki Ubaidillah (center) celebrates his match-winning point against Thailand’s Kunlavut Vitidsarn at the 2026 Thomas Cup in Horsens. (Photo: BWF Official) HORSENS, Denmark — The Forum Horsens Arena erupted on Monday … Read more
Letshanaa and Co to Double Down Against Japan After South Africa Rout Malaysia’s women’s badminton team will glance to build on a convincing victory over South Africa as they prepare to face Japan in the Uber Cup group stage at Forum Horsens in Denmark. The match, scheduled for April 26, 2026, represents a key test … Read more