Top 10 Badminton News of 2025 (By Popularity)
- BWF to Trial New 3×15 Scoring System with 21-Point Cap in 2025
Viktor Axelsen will likely need to make some adjustments to adapt to the new 3×15 scoring system. (Photo: AFP) - Chen Tang Jie/Toh Ee Wei Win Historic Gold, Pearly Tan/Thinaah Deliver Silver — A Perfect Independence Day Gift for Malaysia
Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei proudly holding the Malaysian flag after winning the gold medal at the 2025 Badminton World Championships. (Photo: AFP) - Badminton Legend Lee Chong Wei Honored with Datuk Seri Title
Lee Chong Wei Receives DGPN Title of ‘Datuk Seri’ in Penang. (Photo: Bernama) - An Se Young Signs Historic USD $7.2M Yonex Deal, Beating Li-Ning in Sponsorship Race
An Se Young Signs $7.2 Million Yonex Sponsorship Deal, Largest in Korean Badminton History. (Photo: AFP) - Kento Momota to Undergo Back Surgery Due to Lumbar Disc Herniation
Japanese badminton star Kento Momota expresses gratitude to fans after announcing he will undergo back surgery to treat a lumbar disc herniation. (Photo: AFP) - Shi Yu Qi Crowned World Champion After Epic Comeback Over Kunlavut Vitidsarn
Shi Yu Qi congratulated by Kunlavut Vitidsarn after an epic men’s singles final at the 2025 Badminton World Championships in Paris. (Photo: AFP) - Park Joo-Bong Returns as Head Coach of Korean National Badminton Team
Two Korean badminton legends—Park Joo-bong (left) and Lee Yong-dae—share a moment together at the 2025 All England. Wishing Coach Park all the best as he embarks on his new journey guiding Team Korea. (Photo: AFP) - World No. 5 He Jiting of China Faces Potential Expulsion After Explosive Scandal
He Jiting has come under fire after his ex-girlfriend exposed private chat messages, revealing allegations of cheating, gambling, and insulting national team coaches and teammates.
According to the ex-girlfriend, her decision to “expose” him stemmed from He accepting a Rolex watch from a female fan, and openly admitting that he had become more “realistic” — preferring to be with someone who could “benefit” him, implying a preference for wealthy women. - Goh Sze Fei & Nur Izzuddin Become World No. 1
Congratulations to Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin on becoming the new World No. 1 men’s doubles pair!(Photo: AFP) - Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan End Their Legendary Career at 2025 Indonesia Masters
Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan, officially ended their illustrious international badminton careers after falling in the Round of 16 at the 2025 Indonesia Masters. (Photo: AFP)
Looking Ahead to 2026
As badminton moves into 2026, the stories of this year will continue to shape the future — from how the sport is played, to who leads the next generation.
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