France and South Korea Win Titles at BWF World Championships
· Sports · Times of India, Sportstar, Indian Express
The BWF World Championships 2026 concluded in New Delhi on Sunday, crowning five new world champions across various categories. France achieved a historic milestone as Alex Lanier became the first Frenchman to secure a men's singles world title, while the duo of Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue claimed the mixed doubles crown. South Korea's An Se-young successfully defended her women's singles title by defeating Japan's Akane Yamaguchi. China also secured a victory in the men's doubles event, with Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang defeating their Malaysian opponents. The tournament, which ran from August 17 to 23, saw dominant performances from international athletes on Indian soil.
Why it matters
The event marks a significant shift in global badminton dominance, with France emerging as a new force in the sport alongside traditional powerhouses like China and South Korea.
Read the original report — Times of India
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