PV Sindhu Elected BWF Athletes’ Commission Chair

Two-time Olympic medallist “P. V. Sindhu” has been elected Chair of the Badminton World Federation Athletes’ Commission for the 2026–2029 term, marking a significant step in athlete representation within global badminton governance. The appointment was confirmed by Olympics.com and positions Sindhu as a key voice for players worldwide.

Role in Global Badminton Governance

As Chair of the Athletes’ Commission, Sindhu will also serve as a member of the “Badminton World Federation” Council. This dual role ensures direct athlete participation in policy-making and strategic decisions affecting international badminton. The commission is designed to bridge the gap between players and administrators, strengthening transparency and inclusivity.

Acknowledging Past Leadership

Sindhu expressed gratitude to fellow athletes for entrusting her with the responsibility and acknowledged the contribution of former chair “Greysia Polii”, who served two terms on the commission between 2021 and 2025. Polii, a 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 also served as a BWF Integrity Ambassador since 2020. She stated her intent to work closely with the federation to advocate for meaningful and lasting change for players. Her long-standing involvement gives her institutional knowledge and credibility within the global badminton community.

Imporatnt Facts for Exams

• BWF is the world governing body for badminton.
• Athletes’ Commissions represent player interests in sports governance.
• PV Sindhu won Olympic silver in 2016 and bronze in 2020.
• Integrity Ambassadors promote ethics and fair play in sport.

Commission Composition and Upcoming Engagements

Debora Jille of the Netherlands has been elected Deputy Chair. Other members include Olympic champion “An Se-young”, Doha Hany of Egypt, and China’s Jia Yifan. In para-badminton, Chan Ho Yuen Daniel of Hong Kong China will serve as full-time chair, with Indian para-shuttler Abu Hubaida also on the panel. Sindhu is next set to lead India at the 2026 Badminton Asia Team Championships in Qingdao, China.