ORLEANS, France – A latest era of French badminton is taking shape, spearheaded by the dynamic duo of Alex Lanier and Toma Junior Popov. Their recent performances at the Orleans Masters, culminating in an all-French men’s singles final, signal a rising force poised to make a significant impact on the upcoming Thomas Cup Finals. Lanier, … Read more
PETALING JAYA – Malaysia’s rising men’s doubles pair, Aaron Tai and Kang Khai Xing, will have to continue their development before being considered for selection in the upcoming Thomas Cup Finals. National doubles head coach Herry Iman Pierngadi stated that, despite their promise, the duo isn’t quite ready for the high-stakes competition at this stage … Read more
Orléans, France – Vietnam’s top badminton player, Nguyễn Thùy Linh, advanced to the quarterfinals of the Orleans Masters 2026 with a commanding straight-sets victory over Lo Sin Yan Happy of Hong Kong, China. The win continues a strong run of form for Linh, building on recent successes on the international circuit. The match, played on … Read more
PETALING JAYA – Former All-England champion Lee Zii Jia is facing a critical juncture in his career, according to his former coach Wong Tat Meng. The 27-year-old Malaysian shuttler recently failed to qualify for the Orleans Masters in France, raising concerns about his form and mental state as he attempts a comeback from a foot … Read more
Orleans, France – National men’s singles shuttler Justin Hoh is preparing to navigate a quicker court and a seasoned opponent as he begins his campaign at the Orleans Masters today. The tournament, held at the Palais des Sports, presents a unique challenge with its faster shuttle speed, a factor Hoh acknowledges may not entirely suit … Read more
Orléans, France, is set to grow a focal point for international badminton once again from March 17th to 22nd, 2026, as the city prepares to host the Orléans Masters Badminton tournament. Over 200 competitors from more than 40 nations will participate in a week of intense competition at the Palais des Sports Jean Ros. A … Read more
Tanaka Blooms Late but Bright for Japan BASEL, Switzerland – Yushi Tanaka is rapidly establishing himself as a force in men’s singles badminton, and his recent victory at the 2026 Swiss Open in Basel is the latest evidence of his ascent. The 26-year-old Japanese player defeated Indonesia’s Alwi Farhan 21-18, 21-12 on Sunday, securing his … Read more