Who said what in and around the badminton world over the past week, plus see how the badminton community celebrated World Badminton Day 2025.

“After the Olympics, we faced difficulties like never before. This year, after Matsuyama had a break, we discussed our future. We decided that we will be compete as ‘Shidamatsu’ until the World Championships and then we will both start working towards new goals after that.” – Chiharu Shida confirms her 10-year partnership with Nami Matsuyama will end after the BWF TotalEnergies World Championships 2025 in Paris next month.

“So happy and proud to follow my dreams in the sport of badminton. It’s been an amazing journey from my first Super 1000 title, to winning gold at the Paris Olympics, the World Championships and now five titles already in 2025. Badminton has given me to opportunity to fulfil my potential and I will be forever grateful for that! Happy #WorldBadmintonDay everyone!”  – An Se Young reflects on the sport for World Badminton Day

“Being able to fight is something to expect. To keep on loving badminton without the end of the world.” – Pai Yu Po

“This sport gave me everything. Friends for life. Moments I’ll never forget. Memories across time zones. Wouldn’t have it any other way. Happy World Badminton Day, from one of the lucky ones who gets to call this a life.” – H.S Prannoy

So grateful to walk this journey with badminton by my side. From the early struggles to standing on the podium—it’s been a ride full of passion, growth, and unforgettable memories. Badminton has shaped who I am today, and I’ll always cherish the joy and challenges it brings. – Kim Won Ho

“I’ve had so many incredible opportunities and experience from playing a sport I love.” – Lauren Smith

“Coming back to the World tour after three months.” – Gregoria Mariska Tunjung is ready to return to the World Tour starting with upcoming DAIHATSU Japan Open 2025 after suffering from vertigo in recent months.

“My backyard. My people. A heart overflowing. This is the real stuff, the kind of love that grounds you. 30, you’re off to the most beautiful start.” – Pusarla V. Sindhu on turning 30.