As the YONEX Bendigo International powered through its quarterfinal and semifinal stages, the action on court reached a fever pitch. With every match, the stakes grew higher—and so did the drama. From Japanese dominance in singles to Chinese Taipei’s stranglehold on the doubles, the weekend served up a thrilling prelude to what promises to be…
Celine Vinot and Caitlin Dransfield are no strangers. They’ve been opponents. They’ve been teammates. And, the two Australians have both represented their country on the world stage—Dransfield at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, and Vinot at Paris 2024. Both in the SL3 classification, their match was a highly-anticipated affair, with other players and supporters lining the courtside.…
The third day of the YONEX Bendigo International delivered a flurry of upsets, breakthroughs, and edge-of-your-seat battles that kept fans glued to the action. In a stunning turn of events, Japan’s Nodoka Sunakawa sent shockwaves through the women’s singles draw by ousting top seed Tasnim Mir of India. Sunakawa’s calm under pressure and tactical precision…
The second day of the YONEX Bendigo International 2025 saw players settle into rhythm, with standout performances across singles and doubles disciplines. As the draw narrows, the intensity on court is rising, but so is the sense of focus and finesse from those determined to go deep in the tournament. From commanding wins to edge-of-your-seat…
A Landmark Week for Para Badminton in Oceania This week marks a significant milestone for para badminton, not just globally, but especially within Oceania. The VICTOR Oceania Para Badminton Championships 2025 have officially begun, bringing together athletes from across the region in a celebration of skill, resilience, and sporting spirit. This fifth edition of the…
As the final Grade Three tournament in Oceania for the year, the YONEX Bendigo International promised to deliver the thrills and excitement of high-quality badminton. With one last chance to prove themselves, players left everything on the court as they began their campaign on day one. The first two grade three tournaments in Oceania didn’t…
Finals day at the ROKETTO Sydney International unfolded with drama, intensity, and a clear message: Chinese Taipei’s badminton contingent is a force to be reckoned with. Of the five titles up for grabs, four were claimed by TPE athletes, showcasing not only their technical prowess but also their mental resilience under pressure. Mixed Doubles: Wu/Lee…
Day 4 of the ROKETTO Sydney International was not for the faint-hearted. With both quarterfinals and semifinals packed into a single day, players were pushed to their limits, physically and mentally. Every match felt heavier. Every point mattered more. And for those chasing a spot in Sunday’s finals, the pressure was relentless. Mixed Doubles: Wu/Lee…
Rio Agustino and Priska Kustiadi are still getting to know each other on court, but you wouldn’t have guessed it from the way they played today. In just their second international match as a pair, the Australians showed grit, chemistry, and a growing confidence that suggests this partnership could go far. Their opponents, Yu Yen…
While the top seeds held their ground on day two of the ROKETTO Sydney International 2025, several players made it clear they’re not here just to make up the numbers. Men’s Singles Top seed Wang Po-Wei (TPE) was pushed to the limit by Japan’s Koshiro Moriguchi in a match that stretched over 45 minutes. After…