Spanish Badminton President Elected to World Badminton Federation Council
XIAMEN, China – Andoni Azurmendi, president of the Spanish Badminton Federation (FESBA), has been elected to the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Council during the organization’s 86th Annual General Meeting held Saturday in Xiamen, China. The election marks a notable step for Spanish badminton on the international stage.
Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul Makes History as BWF President
The BWF also elected Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul of Thailand as its new president. Leeswadtrakul, previously the BWF vice-president and a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) since 2017, was the sole candidate to succeed Poul-Erik hoyer, who served as president since 2013. Hoyer was awarded the title of Honorary Life Vice-President for his service.
Leeswadtrakul’s appointment mirrors the recent trend of women taking leadership roles in international sports organizations, such as Kirsty Coventry’s appointment to the IOC. She becomes only the second woman to preside over the BWF.
Azurmendi Aims to Champion Spanish Badminton Interests
Azurmendi will serve as one of the twenty members of the BWF Council. He was encouraged to run by Patama Leeswadtrakul and received the backing of Badminton Europe (BEC), headed by Sven Serré. As president of FESBA since October 2020, and also leading the Ibero-American Badminton federation (FIBAD) and the Mediterranean Badminton Confederation (COMEBA), Azurmendi is well-positioned to advocate for the sport’s growth.
“Being elected to be part of the Council of the International Badminton Federation is a great honor, but also a great responsibility, as it will give me the possibility to look after the interests and advancement of Spanish badminton,” azurmendi stated.
FESBA’s International Presence Strengthened
Mario Carulla, FESBA’s head of international relations and recently elected member of the Board of Badminton Europe (BEC), accompanied Azurmendi in Xiamen, further solidifying Spain’s presence and influence within international badminton governance.
How will Andoni Azurmendi’s position on the BWF Council benefit Spanish badminton specifically?
Spanish Badminton President Elected to World Badminton Federation Council – Q&A
this Q&A section provides further insights into the key events and individuals highlighted in the original article.
Who is Andoni Azurmendi?
Andoni Azurmendi is the President of the Spanish Badminton Federation (FESBA). He was recently elected to the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Council, marking a significant achievement for Spanish badminton on the global stage. He also leads the Ibero-American Badminton Federation (FIBAD) and the Mediterranean Badminton Confederation (COMEBA).
Interesting Fact: Azurmendi’s election to the BWF Council is a testament to his leadership and contributions to badminton in Spain and beyond.
What is the badminton World Federation (BWF)?
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is the international governing body for the sport of badminton. It organizes major tournaments,sets the rules,and promotes the sport worldwide,similar to FIFA in soccer or the IOC in the Olympics.
Actionable Advice: Visit the BWF’s official website to stay updated on the latest badminton news, rankings, and tournament schedules.
Who is Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul?
Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul of Thailand is the newly elected President of the BWF. Previously, she served as BWF Vice-President and a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). She takes over from Poul-Erik Høyer.
Trivia: Leeswadtrakul is only the second woman to hold the BWF presidency, reflecting a growing trend of female leadership in international sports.
What is the role of the BWF Council?
The BWF Council is the governing body of the Badminton World Federation. It consists of twenty members who set policies, make decisions, and oversee the governance of the sport on a global scale. Azurmendi will be one of those twenty members.
In a Nutshell: The BWF Council ensures badminton’s growth and growth worldwide.
The election of Andoni Azurmendi and Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul signifies a new chapter for international badminton. Their leadership promises to shape the future of the sport.
