'We hope for the players' support': BWF on India Open in Delhi pollution
BWF secretary general Thomas Lund addressed concerns regarding the scheduling of the India Open in Delhi due to seasonal pollution. He noted that logistical constraints make it difficult to move the tournament, but emphasized that player health remains a priority.
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It reflects the challenges international sports organizations face when balancing global event calendars with local environmental conditions.
NEW DELHI: The ongoing BWF World Championships in New Delhi have, by Thomas Lund's own admission, silenced most of the early criticism about venue readiness. But the challenge will return with the India Open next year, scheduled to be played in the capital in February, despite pollution concerns.Denmark's Anders Antonsen has been one of the vocal critics of the tournament being held at that time of the year. The BWF secretary general Thomas Lund, however, asked the players to support the current calendar while candidly admitting that logistically, it hasn't been easy to move the Super 750 tournament out of the first quarter.The former player also shed light on the 15-point format that will come into effect from January 4, 2027, replacing the current and long-standing 21-point format.
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