Who said what in and around the badminton world over the past week?
“We are often asked if we like the sport. Now, I can finally say with certainty I really, really love badminton.”
He Bing Jiao after playing her final match as a professional at the National Games of China.
“I needed that title immediately because I couldn’t let other players think my domination was finished after being away for one and a half years.”
Pramod Bhagat on why he was desperate to win the China Para Badminton International in September on his comeback from suspension.
“I will never forget winning 20 minutes away from my house. Everyone says it but the chance to have your family and friends watch and support you is so special and important.”
Kirsty Gilmour calls her Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games silver one of her career highlights.
“Now, everyone follows everyone else and there are no secrets but I’d love to see more players with distinct skills and individuality because that’s what makes the sport exciting.”
Peter Gade shares his hope for the future.
“I saw Paris as the end of my career but not now. Life is giving me the opportunity to play badminton again. A year ago, I wouldn’t have seen it.”
Carolina Marin proving the warrior in her is not quite done yet.
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“When I got home from school, I had to pack my bag as quickly as I could. I’m keen to play on such a big stage against the good players I’ve seen on TV.”
Thirteen-year-old New Zealander Amy Wang describing her excitement at being promoted from the reserves to qualifying.
“We were meant to be stop gap. This is beyond our expectations, we only played together in the last five months.”
Fajar Alfian pleasantly surprised he and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri needed just eight tournaments to qualify for the HSBC BWF World Tour Finals.
“To do it this year was more difficult. I started the season as world No.1 so there was a lot of pressure but I just tried to do my best.”
An Se Young after equalling her personal best of 10 titles a season from 2023.
“This proves we can compete at the top. We still have many goals to chase so hopefully we can consistently deliver our best performance. This title shouldn’t become a burden, we want to continue playing with a carefree attitude.”
Surprise men’s doubles champion Raymond Indra eager to build on the success in Sydney with partner Nikolaus Joaquin.
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