PARA BADMINTON – Bahrain will host the 2026 BWF Para Badminton World Championships from February 7 to 14 next year.
The event, to be held under the banner of the Badminton World Federation (BWF), will take place under the patronage of Supreme Council for Youth and Sports first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority chairman, and Bahrain Olympic Committee president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa.
The hosting agreement was signed by Bahrain Paralympic Committee (BPC) president Shaikh Mohamed bin Duaij Al Khalifa and BWF president Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul.
The signing ceremony was attended by BPC secretary general Ali Mohamed Al Majed and Bahrain Badminton and Squash Federation president Dr Sawsan Taqawi.
During the ceremony, the championships’ logo was unveiled. Its design is inspired by the interior shape of a shuttlecock, incorporating geometric patterns that align with the designs found on traditional Bahraini wooden doors, thus reflecting the kingdom’s national identity and embodying the authenticity of its architectural and cultural heritage.
Shaikh Mohamed expressed his pride in the trust placed by the BWF, affirming that hosting the championships continues Bahrain’s successful track record of organising global sporting events, especially in Para sports. He noted that the BPC has successfully organised five previous international Para badminton championships.
He highlighted that the kingdom’s selection reflects its high reputation and organisational capabilities, while praising the significant support from His Majesty King Hamad’s humanitarian work and youth affairs representative and Supreme Council for Youth and Sports chairman Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, whose role has been paramount in the advancement of Bahraini sports, particularly Para sports.
Shaikh Mohamed also commended the continuous support of Shaikh Khalid, which has been instrumental in achieving sporting successes and enhancing Bahrain’s standing on the international sporting stage.
On her part, Leeswadtrakul expressed her pleasure in signing the agreement.
“We are delighted to announce the Kingdom of Bahrain as host of the 2026 BWF Para Badminton World Championships, the first world championships badminton event to be held in the region.
“This is a historic milestone for Para badminton and a testament to Bahrain’s commitment and dedication to supporting the Paralympic movement and promoting the concept of ‘Sport for All’.
“We are confident that Bahrain, with its proven track record of professional and precise organisation and its ability to provide an inclusive and integrated sports environment, will provide an inspiring stage for our athletes and help grow the sport across new communities in the Middle East and across the world.”
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