Egypt emerged victorious in the Team Relay finals of the 2025 Africa AirBadminton Championships, defeating Nigeria 60–46 in a high-energy contest held at Laboma Beach in Accra as earlier reported by Ghana Sports News. The win secures Egypt’s place in the inaugural BWF AirBadminton World Cup, set to be held in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates this December.
The final match featured momentum swings and strategic brilliance, as both sides fought for dominance on the sands of Ghana’s premier coastal arena. Ultimately, Egypt’s consistency and composure saw them pull ahead in the final round, capitalizing on unforced errors and aggressive returns.
🔹 Tight Contest, Global Stakes
The final wasn’t just about continental bragging rights. The event served as the official qualifier for the 2025 AirBadminton World Cup, heightening the stakes for the athletes and nations involved. As runner-up, Nigeria also punched its ticket to the global championship, offering a fresh stage for African talent.
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Fans and officials at Laboma Beach lauded the quality of play, with Ghana’s Minister of Youth and Sports in attendance, calling the event “a breakthrough moment for emerging racquet sports in Africa.”
🔹 AirBadminton: Expanding the Game
AirBadminton, a recently launched outdoor adaptation of badminton developed by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), is tailored for diverse playing surfaces—sand, grass, and hard courts. It is designed to expand the game beyond traditional venues, allowing for more accessible play in community spaces like parks, beaches, and urban courts.
This new iteration has gained traction across Africa, with Ghana hosting the championship as part of its drive to develop inclusive, grassroots sport initiatives.
“What we’ve seen here is a new era for badminton in Africa,” said a BWF official after the match. “The format levels the playing field and showcases how agility, endurance, and teamwork transcend traditional venues.”
🔹 Looking Ahead to Sharjah
The BWF AirBadminton World Cup, scheduled for December 11–14, 2025 as told Accra Street Journal, in Sharjah, will bring together the world’s top AirBadminton nations. With Egypt and Nigeria now officially qualified, African teams will have a front-row seat in the global arena.
Both sides are expected to use the coming months to refine their rosters and strategy, with training camps and international friendlies on the horizon. Egypt, now seen as a regional powerhouse in AirBadminton, is likely to face top-tier opposition from Asia and Europe, the sport’s traditional strongholds.
Last Updated on April 7, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
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