BWF to enlighten players soon before action restarts
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) are set to shed some light on the course of action before resuming the badminton season in September.
The world body had previously released their revised tournament calendar on May 22, but offered little detail regarding their procedures.
BWF secretary general Thomas Lund revealed that his team are currently working closely with the stakeholders.
“Soon, we will be able to share with you the necessary revisions to different regulations due to the Covid-19 situation,” said Lund in a message to players and officials on the BWF website.
“We have prepared and will publish in due course new procedures for hosting international tournaments in line with advice from the World Health Organisation and relevant health authorities.
“It has not been a simple process and we share your frustrations around the uncertainty we are all experiencing.
“The fact that players have not been able to train for a period of time and now for a number of months have not been able to engage in competitions, is disturbing.
“So, trust us that we are doing our very best so that we can return to badminton as soon as possible, in a safe and comfortable manner.”
Lund’s message could not come at a better time.
Some players, including national top singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia, has doubts that the season would restart at all.
Among the main concerns are whether it is safe to stage a tournament and will the players have to undergo self-quaratine upon arrival.
But Lund has assured that any badminton activity will not go ahead unless it complies with the BWF’s health and safety guidelines.
“We also acknowledge that many international movement and entry restrictions are still in place.
“We are currently working with the host organisers and local authorities to map out and plan safe travel and entry routes for players and their entourage.”