Who said what in and around the badminton world over the past week?
“It is very important to support children financially, to support the ecosystem. The target is always the Olympics.”
Three-time world champion Mohammad Ahsan on developing talent
“For me, the journey ends here, but I’ll be cheering from afar. It’s time to return home, where new and exciting projects await.”
Fernando Rivas on stepping down as France head coach after the TotalEnegies BWF World Championships 2025.
ON OLYMPIC DAY (23 JUNE)
My journey as an athlete has taught me that movement brings immense joy. This Olympic Day, I want to share that joy with you!
Pick your +1 – someone you want to inspire, someone who inspires you – and let's get moving together. #LetsMove #OlympicDay2025 @Olympics @YASMinistry…— Pvsindhu (@Pvsindhu1) June 23, 2025
“My Olympic medals stand as the most valuable achievements in my career. The Olympics have given me so much, noy only professionally, but also personally.”
Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen on living the Olympic dream
“Representing the Refugee Olympic Team in badminton was the most incredible, emotional moment of my life – and something I never used to think was possible.”
Refugee athlete Dorsa Yavarivafa reflects on her time competing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on World Refugee Day
FROM THE BADMINTON ASIA PARA BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIPS 2025
“It was one of those finals where you have to dig deep and trust your training. The competition is getting stronger each year, and this gold is a result of staying focused on the small things that make a difference.”
Sukant Kadam, after he and Kumar Nitesh won an exciting men’s doubles SL3-SL4 final at the Badminton Asia Para Championships 2025
“Gold medal glow. So incredibly proud to have won the Asian Championships. Can’t wait for what’s coming and excited to continue this journey with you all.”
Manisha Ramdass after beating China’s two-time Paralympic champion Yang Qiuxia in the SU5 women’s singles final
“I picked up the heel injury last year and have been getting treatment since, but I haven’t stopped competing. It gets painful after tough tournaments like this, but I’m coping well.”
Malaysian SU5 player Cheah Liek Hou on winning despite injury
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