What is the official name of badminton’s world governing body, abbreviated BWF?
Answer
Badminton World Federation
The official name of badminton’s world governing body, abbreviated BWF, is the Badminton World Federation.
The organization was founded in 1934 as the International Badminton Federation, or IBF, by nine national associations. Its original role was to coordinate international rules and competitions. The organization adopted its current name in 2006, reflecting badminton’s increasingly global identity.
The BWF governs major events including the World Championships, Thomas Cup, Uber Cup, Sudirman Cup and World Tour tournaments. It also maintains the Laws of Badminton and regulates international ranking systems.
A common mix-up is calling the body the International Badminton Federation today. That was its historical name, while BWF is the current official title. Its headquarters are in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and it is recognized by the International Olympic Committee.