NewzVille Sports Desk
Two of badminton’s most accomplished and long-serving athletes,PV Sindhu and Chan Ho Yuen Daniel, have been elected Chairs of the BWF Athletes’ Commission and BWF Para Badminton Athletes’ Commission respectively for the 2026–2029 term. Both will serve as BWF Council Members, giving players a direct voice in the federation’s global governance.
Having served on the Commission since 2017 and as a BWF Integrity Ambassador since 2020, India’s Sindhu brings extensive experience and influence to the role. She is a two-time Olympic medallist and 2019 World Champion.
PV Sindhu, on her new position said, “I step into this role with a deep sense of responsibility and purpose. As Chair of the Athletes’ Commission, my focus is to ensure that athletes’ voices are heard clearly, consistently, and with respect at every level of decision making.
“I see this role as a bridge between athletes and administration, and I am grateful to work alongside the Athletes’ Commission and the athletes who serve as representatives across our sport”, she added.
Sindhu further said, “To be entrusted with this responsibility by fellow athletes is an honour I carry with humility and gratitude. I would also like to sincerely acknowledge Greysia Polii for the exceptional work she has done in the previous term.”
She will be supported by Deputy Chair Debora Jills of the Netherlands. As previously announced,An Se Young (Korea), Doha Hany (Egypt), and Jia Yi Fan (China) are the other player representatives on the Commission.
In Para badminton, Hong Kong China’s Chan will now take the role full time, having served as interim Chair earlier this year.
The now-retired two-time Paralympian Daniel said, “I am deeply honoured to be elected as Chair of the BWF Para Athletes’ Commission. This is not only a personal milestone, but also a meaningful recognition of the dedication and progress of Para badminton athletes around the world.”
“My vision is to strengthen the connection between Para athletes and the BWF, ensuring that every athlete’s voice is heard, respected, and represented”, he added.
He further said, “As both an athlete and a member of the BWF Council, I will work to promote fairness, accessibility, and longterm development for our sport.
