History of badminton

Seven Owls

9 May 202003:59

Summary

TLDRBadminton, the second most played sport globally, has a rich history dating back to ancient China as 'T'au-k'au'. It evolved into battledore and shuttlecock in 1600s England and modern badminton in British India. The first tournament was in 1899, and the sport gained Olympic status in 1992. Governed by the International Badminton Federation since 1934, badminton now includes singles, doubles, and mixed doubles events, with China, Indonesia, Korea, England, and Denmark dominating Olympic wins.

Takeaways

🏸 Badminton is the second most played sport globally, with 220 million players.
🚀 It is recognized as the fastest racquet sport, with the fastest recorded smash at over 400 km/h.
🏓 The shuttlecock used in badminton originated in China more than two thousand years ago.
👣 In ancient China, a game similar to badminton was played using feet or body parts, not a racquet.
🇬🇧 The modern version of badminton evolved from battledore and shuttlecock, a pastime in 1600s England.
🎾 The game was adapted by British military officers in India, adding a net and later adopting shuttlecocks over woollen balls.
🇮🇳 The name 'badminton' comes from the Duke of Beaufort's estate, where it was introduced and became popular.
🏆 The first open badminton doubles tournament was organized in 1898, leading to the establishment of the England Championships.
🌐 The International Badminton Federation was formed in 1934, and the first major IBF tournament, the Thomas Cup, was held in 1948.
🏅 Badminton became an official Olympic sport in 1992, with mixed doubles introduced in 1996, and only five countries have won gold medals since its inclusion.

Q & A

What is the global ranking of badminton in terms of popularity?
-Badminton is the second most played sport in the world.
How many people play badminton worldwide according to the survey mentioned in the script?
-Approximately 220 million people play badminton around the world.
What is the fastest recorded badminton smash speed?
-The fastest smash recorded in a real match was more than 400 kilometers per hour, and almost 500 kilometers per hour in a racket test.
Where does the shuttlecock used in badminton originate from?
-The shuttlecock originated from China, probably more than two thousand years ago.
How was the ancient game similar to badminton played in China known?
-The game was called T'iêng-kû, and it was played using feet or other body parts except hands to hit the shuttlecock.
In which century was modern badminton traced to have been created?
-Modern badminton can be traced to the mid-19th century.
Who created modern badminton and where was it created?
-Modern badminton was created by British military officers stationed in British India.
What was the initial name of the game that evolved into badminton?
-The game initially came to be known as 'Pooné' or 'Poona' after the British garrison town of Pune where it was popular.
Where was the first open badminton doubles tournament held?
-The first open badminton doubles tournament was held at the Guildford drill hall.
When was the International Badminton Federation formed?
-The International Badminton Federation was formed in 1934.
In which year did badminton become an official Olympic sport?
-Badminton became an official Olympic sport in 1992 during the Barcelona Olympic Games.
How many countries have won gold medals in badminton since its introduction to the Olympics?
-Only five countries have won gold medals in badminton since its introduction to the Olympics: China, Indonesia, Korea, England, and Denmark.

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🏸 Badminton's Popularity and Origins

Badminton is recognized as the second most played sport globally, with 220 million players. It is known for the fastest racquet sport, with recorded smashes over 400 km/h in matches and nearly 500 km/h in tests. Originating from China over two thousand years ago, the game evolved from a foot-based activity called T'jeu or T'Kian Tzeu. The modern game was developed in 19th century British India by military officers, who added a net to the English game of battledore and shuttlecock. Initially played with woollen balls, shuttlecocks became the standard due to weather conditions. The game was named after the Duke of Beaufort's estate, Badminton House, where it gained popularity.

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Keywords

💡Badminton

Badminton is a racquet sport played by striking a shuttlecock with a racquet across a net. It is the fastest racquet sport in the world, as mentioned in the script with the fastest smash recorded at over 400 kilometers per hour. The sport's popularity and speed are central to the video's theme, highlighting its status as the second most played sport globally.

💡Shuttlecock

A shuttlecock, also known as a birdie, is the projectile used in badminton. It is made of feathers attached to a rubber or plastic base, which allows for the high speeds achieved in play. The script mentions the evolution of the shuttlecock from its origins in China over two thousand years ago to the modern version used today.

💡Ti Jian Zi

Ti Jian Zi, or '踢毽子' in Chinese, refers to the ancient game from which badminton is believed to have originated. It involved kicking a feathered object, similar to a shuttlecock, but without the use of hands or racquets. This term is significant as it connects the sport's history to its ancient Chinese roots.

💡Battledore and Shuttlecock

Battledore and Shuttlecock is a precursor to modern badminton, played in England and other European countries during the 1600s. It involved hitting a shuttlecock back and forth without letting it touch the ground, using a battledore (a flat, paneled racquet). The script describes how this game evolved into modern badminton with the addition of a net.

💡British India

British India, or the period of British colonial rule in India, is where modern badminton is believed to have been formalized. The script notes that British military officers added a net to the traditional battledore and shuttlecock game, which was popular in the garrison town of Pune, leading to the sport's development.

💡Pune

Pune is a city in India where the game that would become modern badminton was played by British officers. The script mentions that the game was initially called 'Poon' or 'Pune' after the city, reflecting the sport's adaptation and naming during its early development.

💡International Badminton Federation (IBF)

The International Badminton Federation is the governing body for the sport of badminton worldwide. Established in 1934, it organizes major international competitions like the Thomas Cup. The script highlights its role in formalizing and promoting badminton as a global sport.

💡Thomas Cup

The Thomas Cup is an international badminton competition for men's teams, first held in 1948. It is one of the major tournaments organized by the IBF and is a significant event in the sport's calendar, showcasing the competitive aspect of badminton at the international level.

💡Olympic Sport

Badminton became an official Olympic sport in 1992, after being a demonstration sport in 1972. The script emphasizes this milestone, marking the sport's acceptance and recognition on the world's largest sporting stage.

💡Mixed Doubles

Mixed doubles is a category in badminton where teams are composed of one male and one female player. The script notes that badminton is the only Olympic sport to feature a mixed doubles event, highlighting the sport's inclusive nature and the diversity of its competitions.

💡Gold Medals in Badminton

The script mentions that only five countries have won gold medals in badminton since its Olympic debut, indicating the dominance of certain nations in the sport and the high level of competition at the Olympic level.

Highlights

Badminton is the second most played sport in the world with 220 million players.

The fastest badminton smash recorded was over 400 kilometers per hour.

Badminton is recognized as the fastest racquet sport in the world.

The shuttlecock originated from China over two thousand years ago.

Early forms of badminton were played without a racket, using feet or other body parts.

Battledore and shuttlecock was an upper-class pastime in 1600s England and Europe.

Modern badminton originated in British India in the mid-19th century by British military officers.

The game was initially played with woollen balls before shuttlecocks became standard.

Badminton was introduced to England as a game for the guests of the Duke of Beaufort.

The first open badminton doubles tournament was organized in Guildford in 1898.

The International Badminton Federation was formed in 1934 with nine founder members.

India joined the International Badminton Federation as an affiliate in 1936.

The first major IBF tournament was the Thomas Cup in 1948, won by Malay.

Badminton became an Olympic sport in 1992 at the Barcelona Olympics.

Mixed doubles was introduced to the Olympics in 1996 at the Atlanta Games.

Badminton is the only sport with a mixed doubles event in the Olympics.

Only five countries have won gold medals in badminton since its Olympic introduction.

The countries that have won gold in badminton are China, Indonesia, Korea, England, and Denmark.