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PV Sindhu gains full voting power on BWF Council after Athletes Commission chair election
Sports
Published on 27 April 2026

One election flips Sindhu from adviser to voter
P. V. Sindhu has taken a full voting seat on the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Council after being elected Chair of the BWF Athletes’ Commission, a release said. The Olympic medallist and world champion’s new role puts her in direct decision-making for the sport’s global governance, marking a significant shift in athlete representation at the highest level.
- Sindhu elected Chair of the BWF Athletes' Commission
- She now holds a full voting position on the BWF Council
- Role strengthens athlete influence in global badminton governance
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