We celebrate World Badminton Day through the words of those who know the sport best. These memorable quotes capture the passion, resilience and joy that define badminton.
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World No.1 An Se Young marks World Badminton Day by encouraging others to pick up a racket.
“Badminton makes me feel wonderful. It gives people the opportunity not only to play together but also to bond with each other.”
Eighteen-year-old Rini, participant of a BWF Shuttle Time activity.
“Whenever I see their happy faces, I feel relieved. It reminds me of my passion for badminton when I was young.”
Kingsley Mah Wei Yi, a team leader for the activity, on seeing 71 children participate in the project.
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A grateful Angela Yu.
“When children go from not knowing how to do something to understanding and enjoying it, that’s the best moment for me.”
Shuttle Time coach Ng Shu Er Christina on introducing badminton to teenagers.
“When I won my first World Championships medal, it gave me a lot of confidence. That took me forward and helped me grow.”
Pusarla V. Sindhu shares what her bronze at Guangzhou 2013 did to her career.
“We may be opponents on court, but off court we support, admire and rely on one another. I have friends in almost every country I’ve competed in.”
WH2 great Chan Ho Yuen Daniel on the badminton community.
“I’m grateful to badminton for all the wonderful people I’ve met and the experiences it has given me. I hope to continue growing alongside this sport that I love so much, while never forgetting the joy I felt back then.”
Japan’s Paris 2024 women’s doubles bronze medallist Nami Matsuyama.
“We celebrate each member of our badminton family. Wherever you are, pick up a racket, enjoy a match and share it with someone new. Raise a racket for the sport we love. Happy World Badminton Day.”
BWF President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul delivered a special World Badminton Day message to the badminton community.
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