BWF AGM: Taleh Ziyadov Elected to Council; Badminton Soars in Popularity
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) conducted its 86th Annual General Meeting in Xiamen, China, with delegates from 143 nations, including Azerbaijan’s representative.
Badminton’s Global Rise
Key insights from the meeting highlighted badminton’s global surge:
- Expected 744 million fans by 2025, with 400 million active players.
- Top ten most-watched sports federation on social media, alongside FIFA and FIBA.
Elections and Appointments
Elections for the BWF President and Council members were held for the 2025-2029 term:
- Taleh Ziyadov, President of the Azerbaijan Badminton Federation, was elected as a Council member from Europe.
- Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul, President of the Thailand Badminton Association, was elected as the new BWF President.
The newly elected Council members will determine the BWF’s development strategy and committee leadership.BWF’s current regulations
Azerbaijan’s Badminton Advancements
Azerbaijan’s badminton progress is notable:
- Climbed from 85th to 46th in world rankings.
- Consistently hosts international tournaments.
- Hosted the Badminton Europe Confederation (BEC) Congress in 2023.
- Supplied badminton equipment to African nations under a BWF social responsibility agreement.
Looking Ahead
With its growing global popularity and dedicated leadership, badminton’s future looks bright. Azerbaijan’s Taleh Ziyadov, now a BWF Council member, will play a pivotal role in shaping the sport’s progress.
Did You Know?
Badminton is the world’s fastest-growing racket sport, with an expected 24% increase in fans by 2025.
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FAQs
When is the next BWF Annual General Meeting?
Dates for future BWF AGMs are typically announced biennially.
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