The Latest Breaking News from World Championships

Badminton-India's world championships organisers hire monkey whisperers

Monkey mimics will be employed to deter primates at the upcoming badminton World Championships in New Delhi. Organizers are using langur monkey sounds to keep rhesus monkeys away from the venue. Pigeons also posed a problem, leading to court fouling during a previous event. A non-toxic gel has been applied…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

BAI, SAI give IG Stadium major facelift ahead of BWF World Championships

Organizers have upgraded the Indira Gandhi Stadium for the upcoming BWF World Championships. Extensive anti-bird measures and structural improvements were implemented to prevent past embarrassments. New systems and non-toxic gels will keep birds and insects away from the venue. Officials are also coordinating with local authorities to manage stray animals…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

From dream to debut: Four Indian shuttlers ready for World Championships bow at home

Four Indian badminton players will debut at the BWF World Championships hosted in India. Ayush Shetty faces a tough opening round against the world number one player. Unnati Hooda, a young prospect, competes in the women's singles event. Simran Singhi and Kavipriya Selvam represent India in women's doubles.

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Jess Fox's flying start to slalom world championships

Less than a year after surgery to remove a tumour from a kidney, Jessica Fox won gold as she began her ICF slalom world championship campaign in Oklahoma City.

AAP · Jul 21

You can never write a champion off: Saina on Sindhu

Saina Nehwal praised PV Sindhu's improved attack and recent Japan Open victory. She believes champions like Sindhu can never be written off from winning more titles. Nehwal also expressed hope for consistency from younger Indian badminton players. India will host the Badminton World Championships which features capable medal contenders. Nehwal…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveils official mascot of BWF World Championships 'Peacko'

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Badminton Association of India (BAI) President and Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday unveiled the official mascot, Peacko, and launched the official championship anthem for the BWF World Championships, New Delhi 2026, marking the final 30-day countdown…

The Economic Times · Jul 18

PV Sindhu enters semi-finals of Japan Open

P V Sindhu reached the Japan Open semifinals after Nozomi Okuhara withdrew from their match. This marks Sindhu's first Super 750 semifinal appearance in nearly three years. She will now face Tokyo Olympic champion Chen Yufei in the last four. Chen Yufei secured her semifinal spot by defeating Sim Yu…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Why is Faker considered the GOAT of League of Legends?

The rationale behind Faker's GOAT status.

Dot Esports · Jul 16

Mads Pedersen reveals plans to retire after home World Championships

'There is no reason to sit around and hide it' Dane reveals, citing a desire to create a family and avoid racing into his late thirties

Cycling News · Jul 16

Hong Kong Brings the PUMA HYROX World Championships to the APAC Region for the First Time in 2027

HONG KONG, June 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HYROX has officially announced that Hong Kong will host the 2027 PUMA HYROX World Championships. The sport's pinnacle event will take over the AsiaWorld-Expo from 10 - 13th June 2027.The decision to bring the World Championships to Hong Kong marks a true full-circle…

AAP · Jun 20