Player Spotlight Archive

An inspiring ‘sophomore’…and a shot at redemption

Posted on January 15, 2020 | No Comments
If the year 2018 was about Kento Momota’s comeback then 2019 was the period where he asserted his dominance on the circuit, in an emphatic manner at that. The Tokyo […]
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MALAYSIA MASTERS Day 1 – ‘Final chance’ has promising start for Vittinghus

Posted on January 7, 2020 | No Comments
Having given himself an ultimatum of sorts, Hans-Kristian Vittinghus got 2020 off to an auspicious start with two convincing wins in qualifying to reach the main draw of the first […]
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Chen, the only constant

Posted on December 27, 2019 | No Comments
With seven titles, in as many finals, Chen Yufei marked her breakthrough season by completing an ascent to the No.1 ranking in what was the final match of the 2019 […]
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New challenges, perhaps new titles ahead for former World Champions

Posted on August 2, 2019 | No Comments
2014 World Champions Ko Sung Hyun and Shin Baek Cheol are in the final 8 for the second straight week and experiences like the 2019 Thailand Open are new both […]
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The 20th title…and a 20-year wait

Posted on February 9, 2019 | 1 Comment
It’s been two decades since a Danish player last won the men’s singles title at the All England Open. In Viktor Axelsen and Anders Antonsen, Denmark finally has a couple […]
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‘Butet’ bids badminton a formal farewell

Posted on January 30, 2019 | 2 Comments
Indonesian ace, Liliyana Natsir, officially declared her retirement from badminton at her farewell event at Istora Senayan in Jakarta on Sunday, January 27th. By Naomi Indartiningrum, Badzine Correspondent live in […]
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A tactical masterstroke…and an emphatic comeback

Posted on January 5, 2019 | No Comments
Kento Momota’s strategy of taking on a methodical approach following his return from suspension, has not only made him become a more complete player but also helped him secure the […]
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Brice Leverdez aims to keep the French Tricolore flying high

Posted on January 3, 2019 | No Comments
On the sidelines of the Premier Badminton League (PBL)Frenchman Brice Leverdez spoke to Badzine about his career and hopes. By Umang Shah. Photos: Premier Badminton League and Badmintonphoto French badminton […]
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