Yonex Welsh International Badminton Championships
The Welsh International Badminton Championships is the showstopper in the Badminton Wales events calendar.
Part of the Badminton Europe calendar, WINT sees world tour players travel to Wales to battle for vital world ranking points in a display of some of the best badminton in the world. Play is livestreamed across the world and this year returns to Sport Wales National Centre from the 28th November – 2nd December 2023.
Why not join us to watch some of the world’s best players battle it out on court at the Sport Wales Nationals Centre?
Tournament Location
The Main Arena of the Sport Wales National Centre has hosted numerous international events and is 1km walking distance from Cardiff city centre. For more information on Cardiff including where to eat and stay, things to do and maps of the city, click here: Visit Cardiff
During the event, play will be conducted on five badminton courts with bleacher seating for 600 spectators.
BUY YOUR WINT TICKETS!
Entry Fees:
Tuesday 28th November – Free Entry
Wednesday 29th November – Free Entry
Thursday 30th November – £5 Per Person
Friday 1st December – £5 Per Person
Saturday 2nd December – £5 Per Person
Full Event Pass – £10 Per Person
2 Free Under 16’s Enter with 1 Paying Adult
Affiliated Clubs can apply for free tickets by contacting their Regional Community Manager.
Information for players, umpires and coaches.
Key Dates
Tuesday 31st October 2023
Entry deadline
Tuesday 31st October 2023
World Ranking date for M&Q report
Friday 3rd November
Tuesday 7th November
World Ranking date for seeding/draw
Monday 13th November
Last date to withdraw without penalty
Tuesday 14th November
Monday 27th November
Team Manager’s meeting 7pm SWNC
Tuesday 28th November From 9am
Qualification
Wednesday 29th November From 9am
Qualification
Thursday 30th November From 9am
Main Draw
Friday 1st
December Last 16 (10am)
Quarter finals (3pm)
Saturday 2nd December
Semi-finals (10am)
Finals (3pm)
Request for coach accreditation must be sent to enquiries@badminton.wales
Athlete Invitation / Prospectus
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Umpire Invitation
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Line Judge Invitation
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Volunteer at WINT!
WINT is a BWF event and the world’s best players will all be fighting to get as many Olympic qualification points as possible. This is a great opportunity to be court side for some world class badminton.
We are looking for help with:
– Line judging
– Social media
– Player support
– Shuttlecock control
Training will be provided before the event as well as clothing and food on the day.
Anyone interesting in taking part in this event can register their interest by completing this form.
