Team Mauritius secured a bronze medal in the Team Relay event at the ongoing Africa AirBadminton Championships 2025, overcoming Benin 60–52 in the third-place playoff match held at Laboma Beach in Accra as also reported by Ghana Sports News.
The result marks a proud moment for Mauritius, which topped Group C—a group featuring regional powerhouses such as Ghana, Egypt, and Togo—but fell short in a semifinal showdown against eventual champions Egypt.
🔹 Redemption After Semifinal Exit
While a place in the finals—and a spot at the BWF AirBadminton World Cup—slipped through their fingers after a narrow loss to Egypt, Mauritius responded with resilience. In the bronze medal match, the island nation delivered a disciplined, high-energy performance to edge out Benin, marking a major step forward in their development on the continental AirBadminton stage.
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“This was not just about medals. It was about belief and bounce-back,” said Mauritius team coach Andre Chikungunya. “We may have missed Sharjah, but we’ve earned respect.”
🔹 Missed Shot at World Cup, but Strong Showing
Mauritius, though not qualifying for the inaugural BWF AirBadminton World Cup in Sharjah, UAE (December 11–14, 2025), demonstrated technical growth, depth in their roster, and a promising foundation to build upon in future international competitions.
Benin, for their part, showed flashes of brilliance throughout the tournament, but struggled with endurance and unforced errors in key moments of the playoff match.
🔹 AirBadminton’s Rising Popularity
Developed by the Badminton World Federation (BWF), AirBadminton is an outdoor version of the indoor racquet sport, specifically designed for varied surfaces like sand, grass, and concrete courts. The format promotes accessibility and grassroots participation in parks, beaches, and urban spaces—especially in countries with limited access to indoor facilities.
Ghana’s hosting of the Africa Championships at the scenic Laboma Beach has been lauded by players and officials for its organization, atmosphere, and role in elevating the sport across the continent.
🔹 What’s Next for Mauritius?
The bronze win boosts Mauritius’ standing in the African AirBadminton ecosystem and adds momentum to its push for inclusion in future global tournaments. With improved funding, technical support, and strategic partnerships, Mauritius is poised to become a consistent medal contender.
While Egypt and Nigeria move on to Sharjah, Mauritius leaves Accra with renewed confidence, local fanfare, and a sense of unfinished business.
Last Updated on April 7, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu
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