Two-time Olympic medallist P. V. Sindhu has been elected Chair of the Athletes’ Commission of the Badminton World Federation (BWF) for the 2026–2029 term. The appointment, confirmed by Olympics.com, marks a significant step in athlete representation within global badminton governance.
PV Sindhu Elected Chair of BWF Athletes’ Commission (2026–2029)
Role in Global Badminton Governance
As Chair, Sindhu will also serve as a member of the BWF Council, ensuring direct athlete participation in policy-making and strategic decisions. The Athletes’ Commission functions as a bridge between players and administrators, promoting transparency, inclusivity, and athlete-centric governance in international badminton.
Acknowledging Past Leadership
Sindhu thanked fellow athletes for their trust and acknowledged the contribution of former chair Greysia Polii, who served two terms (2021–2025). Polii—Tokyo 2020 Olympic gold medallist and Asian Games champion in women’s doubles—retired from competitive badminton in 2022.
Sindhu’s Experience and Commitment
Sindhu has been associated with the Athletes’ Commission since 2017 and has served as a BWF Integrity Ambassador since 2020. She has committed to working closely with the federation to deliver meaningful, lasting change for players. Her long involvement provides institutional knowledge and credibility within the global badminton ecosystem.
Commission Composition and Upcoming Engagements
- Deputy Chair: Debora Jille (Netherlands)
- Members include An Se-young, Doha Hany, and Jia Yifan
- Para-badminton: Chan Ho Yuen Daniel (Chair); India’s Abu Hubaida is also on the panel
Sindhu is next set to lead India at the 2026 Badminton Asia Team Championships in Qingdao, China.
Exam-Oriented Key Facts
- BWF is the world governing body for badminton
- Athletes’ Commissions represent player interests in governance
- PV Sindhu won Olympic silver (2016) and bronze (2020)
- Integrity Ambassadors promote ethics and fair play in sport
- Chair of Athletes’ Commission also sits on the BWF Council
Question & Answer
Q1. Who has been elected Chair of the BWF Athletes’ Commission for 2026–2029?
(a) Greysia Polii
(b) An Se-young
(c) P. V. Sindhu
(d) Jia Yifan
Answer: P. V. Sindhu
Q2. As Chair of the Athletes’ Commission, PV Sindhu will also be a member of which body?
(a) International Olympic Committee
(b) BWF Executive Board
(c) BWF Council
(d) Badminton Asia Council
Answer: BWF Council
Q3. Which organisation is the world governing body for badminton?
(a) Badminton Asia
(b) International Badminton Association
(c) Badminton World Federation
(d) World Badminton Council
Answer: Badminton World Federation
Q4. PV Sindhu won an Olympic silver medal in which year?
(a) 2012
(b) 2016
(c) 2020
(d) 2024
Answer: 2016
Q5. Integrity Ambassadors in sport primarily promote which of the following?
(a) Sponsorship growth
(b) Talent scouting
(c) Ethics and fair play
(d) Event management
Answer: Ethics and fair play
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