Jacklynda Molidu picked up a badminton racket for the first time in December last year. Today she just made her first international final. The Vanuatu native secured a spot in tomorrow’s YONEX Australian Para Badminton International WS SH6 final after a decisive win over Australia’s Sarah Keenahan. “I’m so grateful and proud to have made…
DetailsThe YONEX Australian Para Badminton tournament is a pivotal stop on the international circuit, especially for athletes chasing qualification for next year’s BWF Para Badminton World Championships With only three competitions remaining to earn crucial ranking points, pressure is mounting. The strong contingent from India is leading the charge. With several players vying for the…
DetailsAs Lochan Cowper watched the shuttle fall out beside him, the crowd erupted into applause. His teammates, his past and future opponents, everyone cheered while he shook hands with his opponent, Chinese Taipei’s Shiau-Wei Dung at the YONEX Australian Para Badminton International 2025. “It was genuinely lovely to see everyone supporting me,” Cowper said. “I’m…
DetailsBendigo’s become the epicentre of Para Badminton in Oceania this month, with back to back international tournaments. Today marked the first day of the YONEX Australian Bendigo International 2025, and it lived up to expectations. WIth close matches and dominant displays, today had it all. In the XD SL-3 SU5 category, Australia’s Michael Simpkins and…
DetailsFinals day at the VICTOR Oceania Para Badminton Championships was held alongside the YONEX Bendigo International, creating a unique environment where para and able-bodied athletes competed in parallel. The shared venue brought both tournaments together, not just logistically, but socially. Players from each event watched the other’s finals, filling the bleachers and lining the courtsides.…
DetailsIn a match that had the crowd holding its breath, Thomas Slade and Regina Edward delivered a performance to remember at the VICTOR Oceania Para Badminton Championships, overcoming Lachlan Boulton and Amonrat Jamporn (AUS) in a three-game thriller that will go down as one of the tournament’s most gripping encounters. The opening game saw Slade…
DetailsAs 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…
DetailsCeline 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.…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsA 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…
DetailsAs 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…
DetailsFinals 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…
DetailsWhile 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…
DetailsThe final day of competition at the MAXX North Harbour International 2025 brought exhilarating matchups, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable performances across all five disciplines. From comeback victories to all-Chinese Taipei showdowns, the athletes left everything on court in pursuit of gold. Here’s how the champions were crowned. Men’s Singles It was a faceoff between…
Details
